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Paragons of the West Indies Lesson Plan: Super-Immigrant Stereotypes Lesson PlanParagons of the West Indies Lesson Plan: Super-Immigrant Stereotypes Lesson Plan
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Students examine the demographic profile of Afro-Caribbean immigrants to the United States, their accomplishments, and the problems posed by "super-immigrant" stereotypes in daily life and public policy. They read a narrative and complete a worksheet.

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stereotypes, immigration

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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
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Research
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