Introduction to Identity, Music, and Food in Creole Society

A partir de 54 $ /h

This course will explore the history and origins of Creole communities around the world.
Students will analyze these communities through the lens of identity, music, and food to better
understand the unique blend of African, European, Indigenous, and sometimes Asian cultures,
that formed a novel, “creole” society. While special focus will be given to French Creole
communities, students will also become acquainted with a broader definition of Creole that can
be applied to Hispanic, Anglophone Caribbean, and Dutch Caribbean territories. At the end of
this course, students will confidently recognize Creole communities worldwide and will be able
to explain the history of creolization.
Required Texts:

1. Creole: The History and Legacy of Louisiana's Free People of Color. Sybil Kein (2,000)
Amazon Link: https://a.co/d/dKFDimQ

2. Victoire: My Mother's Mother. Maryse Condé (2014)

Amazon Link: https://a.co/d/4TdthwR

Additional Texts that MAY be consulted (time permitted)
excerpts/chapters/essays/articles of:
1. Afro-Creole by Richard Burton
2. Creole Subjects in the Colonial Americas: Empires, Texts, Identities by Ralph Bauer &
José Antonio Mazzotti.
3. Mon Cher Dupré by Shirley Thompson
4. Traverse the Mangrove. Maryse Condé

Información adicional

Please bring your laptop, notebook, pen/pencil.

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Hi Everyone! My name is Mr. Marc. I am a high school biology teacher in New York City and a rising M1 medical student.
I have been in education as a tutor, teaching assistant, and now teacher for the past 10 years.
My expertise is in French language & linguistics, Creole studies, and biomedical sciences. While I teach biology in the class, I have also been a private French instructor for the past 5 years. As someone from a Creole family from Louisiana, I did not grow up hearing much French. But it was always an important part of me. I started learning French as a child, and now I speak it fluently. I love teaching people my language. I also love teaching people about the Creolized communities that I grew up around. Please do not hesitate to reach out for any questions!

Formación

M.S., Inter. Health Science, Conc. Biochemistry & Pharmacology, Drexel University College of Medicine

B.S, Neuroscience, Conc. Pre-Medicine, Binghamton University

B.A, French Linguistics, Binghamton University (graduated with 4.0/honors)

Experiencia / Calificaciones

- Classroom Teacher
- Certified Tutor
- 10 years in education
- 1,000+ lessons (see photos)
- 100% satisfaction (see photos)

Edad

Adolescentes (13-17 años)

Adultos (18-64 años)

Tercera edad (65+ años)

Nivel del estudiante

Intermedio

Avanzado

Duración

60 minutos

120 minutos

La clase se imparte en

inglés

francés

Habilidades

Criollo o creole

Antropología

Historia

Disponibilidad en una semana típica.

(GMT -05:00)

Nueva York

En línea vía webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Intro to Pharmacology: Advanced Biology Course for individuals interested in MD/DO, pharmacy, or PHD

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In this class, I will present an introduction to pharmacology. As a former alcohol and cannabis researcher, I had to learn a lot about what substances commonly referred as drugs are AND what they do to the body. In this course, we will study major drug classes. We will read some of the latest literature on these drug classes. We will also explore how pharmacological studies could help inform public health legislation.

** We will have to purchase the textbook out of pocket, but we might be able to get a PDF**

Introduction to Neuroscience: Advanced H.S. or Intro College-Level Science Course

54 $ /h

In this course, we will review an overview of the nervous system. We will distinguish the functioning of the central and peripheral nervous system. As this course is an overview, we will review basic neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, and neuropathology.

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My goal is to advance the student without overloading him, to help him be autonomous and responsible for his learning.

Nice to meet you!

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I can help you develop your skills in this language in a very interactive way. In virtual private lessons via a webcam, you will be surprised at your progress!
I can give you general or specialized French lessons (professional, exam preparation ...) but also with a very specific goal if you plan to visit France, Switzerland or Canada you will not have a problem conversing with people around you.
Do not hesitate to contact me.
Additional Information :
You only need a pen and a notebook. The rest, I take care of it!

Also possible to help with children's homework.

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Native professional Arabic teacher offering Arabic language classes- typical Arabic (Fusha) or middle eastern dialects (Jordanian, Lebanese and gulf).
These classes are INDIVIDUAL and PERSONALIZED according to your demands.
I can help you to learn basics even from Alphabet to conjugation,plus writing and speaking.
My method will take you step by step to meet your goal! I am dynamic, easy-going and full of energy!
All material will be provided to you by email.
Lessons are well organized
I can suggest a weekly task.

In addition, I can provide support in proofreading and translation.
About me:
I am a highly qualified teacher with a Master's degree in Philology and Literature as well as 13 years of experience.
As I have studied in high ranked European universities and traveled around the world, so I'm able to support you with job interviews and public speech.
Language of teaching can be English,French, Spanish and Arabic.
Classes can be via Skype or zoom.
Thank you for your interest in my profile, أهلاً وسهلاً ومرحباً بكم في صفحتي

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Practical Creole course intended for those who wish to live/visit Haiti. The focus will be on conversation and learning everyday, useful and simple expressions. Our methodology will be based on the following three (3) pillars: Observation - Repetition - Application.
Observation: the use of images/videos will be there
Repetition: the learner will be able to internalize what he/she has observed thanks to repetition
Application: the learner will have the necessary tools and frameworks to be able to apply the knowledge acquired during the course.

The facilitator of this course has more than 5 years of experience and has taught Creole to a multicultural audience in Asia, America and Europe. So, don’t hesitate to come learn or perfect your Creole with us.

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I graduated with a First Class Honours in European Politics from Cardiff University and a mention très bien in International Relations from the College of Europe in Bruges.

I can help you achieve your goals when it comes to English, history or politics.

I am passionate about my subjects and a patient and effective teacher.

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En este curso recuperamos los estudios sociales de la infancia con el fin de analizar y poner en tensión las categorías hegemónicas de niñez, género y cuidado y así poder pensar en el cuidado de niñeces y adolescencias trans o no binaries dentro de la familia.
Empezaremos indagando antropológicamente sobre la construcción de estas categorías en el imaginario social reconociendo que estas no son universales y estables si no culturales, cambiantes y contingentes.
De esta forma nos proponemos, por un lado, comprender la variabilidad de significados en torno a la concepción de infancia. Por otra parte, será fundamental comprender la centralidad que representa la identidad de género en la vida de los seres humanos en la sociedad occidental. De esta forma, al comprender la infancia de otra manera, podremos desnaturalizar también las prácticas de cuidado tradicionales para así poder introducir otras pedagogías, otras perspectivas en nuestro imaginario.

Katherine

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Existen muchas disciplinas en el área de las ciencias sociales que se enfocan en estudiar aspectos determinados de las relaciones sociales, algunas de ellas son la antropología social, las ciencias políticas, las ciencias de la comunicación, las relaciones internacionales, y la psicología social.

Al enseñar Ciencias Sociales nos proponemos, entonces, que los chicos y las chicas avancen hacia la construcción de un conocimiento más amplio acerca de la realidad social; para ello es necesario hacer hincapié en las acciones de los sociales, diversos actores sociales en el pasado y en el presente.

Se encuentran aquellas ramas y disciplinas que se interesan en conocer la realidad humana y el comportamiento de los miembros de las sociedades, así como la evolución de las mismas a lo largo del tiempo.

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So, you need to write a research project!

You have some ideas, your supervisor gave you guidelines, topics, clicks, bites and what else. You have already read something on the topic, you might even be well aware of developments in the literature, but – there`s always a but...

Are my questions, hypothesis clear? What do I need to know in order to be able to start my research? Will my research contribute to anything? Is my theoretical approach right? Which method is best in order to answer my questions? Heavens! What are questions, hypothesis, theory, method? And what in hell is research for?

IF YOU find yourself in a similar situation, this class is for you!

With more than 15 years of experience on writing, conducting research projects and mentoring research projects, I want to offer you an eye-to-eye, tailored discussion on your research proposal.

We will discuss whatever you have in hands (from scattered fragments and broken pages, to already more elaborated written ideas or still those mysterious feedbacks from your supervisor), and look for unseen loops, unnecessary digressions, missed or overstated arguments. We will see what is working and which threads are worth to pursue further, and which to let go.

Rather than give you a professorial class on what is a question, a method, theory or research itself, I will offer you a direct hands-on approach to writing YOUR project. With a mix between those uniquely valuable peer-to-peer discussions and a more careful pedagogical work, we will tackle whatever questions you have, and explore in a more realistic way what a research project is made of and why it is so important.

How does it work?

Bellow, I offer you two categories of classes. In both of them we will be focusing on what I consider to be the three most important pillars of a good research project:

1. Understanding what our question really is (what is your container);
2. Mapping our bibliographical sources (what are your tools); and
3. Sorting out our ‘data’ sources (what are your raw materials).

My approach brings theory and method as the spice of our research project, something that should be well dosed – not too much, not too little, just enough to give the flavour to your project and help you better understand the uniqueness of your research.

* S.O.S Combo
You have been some ideas in your mind, and have been reading some relevant literature, but you feel you’re going too wide on the literature, or your questions are too blurry, your possible raw material undefined, your theoretical approach sketchy – and let’s not talk about methodology!

We will schedule two 90min sessions + a 60min reading in-between:

In the FIRST session, you will (a) tell me all you have in your head (you can send me little fragments and ideas you might have written as well), what is your topic, the questions you imagine, where and how you propose to research it, etc. After scratching the surface, (b) we will try to elaborate at least one of those questions, thinking about possible answers and their ‘consequences’, both methodologically and theoretically. Finally, (c) we will look together for specific bibliographical sources that relate to one or more of your questions. We will select one or two most relevant papers to read and discuss in our second encounter.

In the SECOND class, we are going to (a) discuss the paper(s), peeling of its main arguments and tapping into its theoretical-analytical approach in order to (b) return to your topic and try to elaborate some new questions and (c) a clear, step-by-step list of how to continue on your own.

At the end of these two sessions, you will be able to sit down, find and read relevant material to your topic, and start writing your first draft.

* Insanity-check Combo
You have a fairly structured research project, possibly with some feedback from your supervisor. You believe your questions are good, you have some bibliographical references and your raw material is in check. All you need is an insanity check in order to move on, rewrite your project and think more clearly on your methods and theoretical consequences of your research.

We will schedule two sessions, of 30min and 60min + 90min reading in-between:

In the FIRST session, you will guide me through your project, tell me about why your choose that topic, why you are interested in it, what are questions, methodological and theoretical ideas. I want to have a first impression of your research project, before I read it.

In our SECOND session, after I have read your project and any other related document you might find relevant for me to read, I will give you a full feedback of your project. If you have your supervisor feedback, I will also give you feedback about that and try to clarify where you feel necessary. I will give particular attention to the weaving between your questions and the literature review, on one side, and on the other side, that between methodology and theoretical framework. Finally, I will offer you a clear scheme of how to proceed to review and rewrite your proposal if it’s necessary. I will also help you and offer you a guideline to ensure you have a strong and well focused map of your literature review, one which you can use to further your research in the future.

At the end of these two session, you will have a better view of some underlying aspects of your research project, and will be able to extend your knowledge about your topic with more precision. Finally, you will be ready to start writing your final draft.

Who am I?

A committed social scientist, MA and Ph.D in Anthropology, completed 4yrs post-Ph.D in political anthropology. I have conducted four different research projects, all of them focusing in southern African communities and dealing with an array of distinct topics (religious syncretism; memory and identity; local and state politics; literary practices; history making; power and authority). During my studies I have built a very consistent and broad theoretical and ethnographic knowledge, particularly, but not only, when it comes to the interdisciplinary field of African studies (a complex literature in which I feel very comfortable and able to navigate with full proficiency). I am a very experienced researcher (with more than 3 years of fieldwork experience in southern Africa), acquainted with all kinds of qualitative methods, from interviews, ritual analysis, archival work and social media research. I have much experience writing, assessing and tutoring research projects; peer-reviewing academic papers (including American Anthropology, Caderno de Estudos Africanos, among others); participating in thesis commission board; and as a university professor. Mentoring and teaching is truly my passion, and with a very consistent and mature knowledge of the literature you can expect a most precise, competent assistance.

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Profesora con amplia experiencia universitaria en España, México y Estados Unidos. Profesora en Universidad Autónoma de Madrid y Universidad Nebrija. Master del Profesorado con especialidad en Geografía, Historia e Historia del Arte. Profesora de Estructura Económica en la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid y de Gender Studies in Spain en la Universidad Nebrija.
Experiencia en español e inglés para impartir materias de Geografía. Historia, Historia del Arte y Economía en Bachillerato y Secundaria.
Clases presenciales en Madrid Centro o en línea.
Mi experiencia como docente se caracteriza por la búsqueda de fuentes primarias de información con un especial interés en la capacidad analítica, de reflexión, comparativa y de redacción y expresión oral y escrita.

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This class is designed for students who want clear, structured, and accessible support in the Humanities, with a special focus on History and Theology. Whether you are preparing for exams, writing essays, or simply trying to understand complex concepts, this tutoring session helps you build a strong foundation and develop analytical confidence.

We explore historical processes, major philosophical and theological ideas, and how these shape culture, society, and modern thought. You will learn how to interpret texts, understand historical context, structure academic arguments, and connect ideas across different humanistic fields. The goal is to help you not only memorize content but truly understand it and express your understanding with clarity.

This class is ideal for university students or advanced high school students who want personalized guidance, deeper explanations, and support in assignments, readings, or academic writing within the Humanities.

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understanding the courses
preparing for the tests
the methodology and the organization
📘 Subjects: all except German (French, math, science, etc.).
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📍 Courses available in Geneva (at home or other location depending on arrangement).

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I’m a patient and understanding teacher, and I love introducing students to Italy beyond the usual stereotypes.
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