Ethnic Literature offers an understanding of various ethnic groups through literature, films, poetry, and research. The course allows for discovery through a variety of genres and mediums. The course includes but is not limited to American Indian, Latino, African-American, and Japanese-American cultures. Close reading, student presentations, research, and analytical writing reflecting aspects of the various cultures will be at the core of the class. A final portfolio, including the open-ended question to an essential question, and a final demonstration will be required. Students may pursue an Honors option in this course with instructor approval. Students may also earn college credit for this course offered through PCC.