This panel brings in scholars and educators to share insights on teaching Hmong studies in the state of Wisconsin, as well as offer commentary on the field’s continuing expansion. In light of recent legislation that now mandates the teaching of Hmong and Asian American history in the state’s K-12 classrooms, panelists will offer commentary on how they have taught Hmong studies, and what implications this legislation will have on ethnic studies more broadly. Panelists will connect the teaching of Hmong history, politics, and contemporary experiences to language revitalization and pedagogy, with implications on both K-12 and higher education.
Speakers: Kong Pheng Pha, Mai See Thao, Choua Lee, Chundou Her
Moderator: Kong Pheng Pha
There will also be a K-14 Educator Workshop on Teaching Los Tsev: Cia Siab in WI Exhibit (with lunch provided) from 10:30am – 12:30pm. This workshop uses the Los Tsev: Cia Siab (Hope) in WI exhibit at the WHS as the basis for engaging a curriculum for K-14 teachers to understand Hmong history and experiences in Wisconsin. The workshop will allow participants to engage in dialogue around Hmong studies pedagogy and examine exhibit objects to ask questions about refugee migration, experiences, and identities.
Facilitator: Chundou Her