Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs
CLASP promotes all facets of Latin American studies nationwide. CLASP fosters global competency, language proficiency and cultural awareness of Latin America and the Caribbean, drawing upon interdisciplinary and area expertise.
CLASP encourages excellence in teaching and program development; organizes workshops at national and regional conventions; develops curriculum materials; promotes teaching of less commonly taught languages; recognizes exemplary children’s and young adult literature; and supports K-12 and post-secondary professional development.
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2024 CLASP Excellence in Language Education Award Call for Nominations
The Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs (CLASP) calls for nominations for its second annual “CLASP Excellence in Language Education Award”. The award recognizes excellence in Less Commonly Taught Languages (LCTLs) spoken in Latin America and the...
2024 Américas Award for Children’s and Young Adult Literature Call for Submissions
Call for Submissions RATIONALETo encourage and commend authors, illustrators and publishers who produce quality children’s and young adult books that portray Latin America, the Caribbean, or Latinx people in the United States, and to provide teachers with...
2024 CLASP Teaching Award for K–12 Educators Call for Applications
The Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs (CLASP) is now accepting applications for its biennial “CLASP Teaching Award for K–12 Educators.” The award recognizes excellence and innovation in the teaching of Latin America and/or the Caribbean by elementary,...
