Ley de Inmigración: Programa Bracero de México y Estados Unidos | Mes de la Historia Latina

Overview 
This course covers the historical perspective of the Bracero program. The Bracero program brought Mexican men to the United States in 1942-1964. The program allowed men to enter legally and provide the United States with short term labor. 

What will students learn?
- Overview of the historical moments that led to the creation of the program
- How the program was implemented and its impact on the men
- Issues around the program such as working conditions, health and wellbeing, and financial compensation
- Brief overview of immigration policies following this program
- The lasting impact of the program and how farm workers today are treated

Activities and student interaction: 
Students will take part in 1 to 2 activities that focus on learning the history of the program, understanding the working conditions that the men faced, and laws around the Bracero program. 

Is there any required experience or background knowledge that learners should have before enrolling? 
Students don’t need to have previous knowledge of the program. 
It is helpful if students understand or have some knowledge of the Spanish language, although it is not a requirement. In the case that students are not fluent or understand Spanish I will be translating material to them.

Tags: Latino History, Latine History, Mexico History, Mexican History