The seven-part Éxito En El Norte series—produced by Iowa State University and Experience Education—is designed to help Spanish-speaking immigrants make a successful transition to living in the U.S. Presented by hosts speaking in Spanish (with no subtitles, but the print English transcripts are included), the 20-35-minute programs—Los Impuestos (Taxes), El Ciudado de Salud (Healthcare), La Ayuda Pública (Public Assistance), La Educaión (Education), Las Finanzas (Finances), El Sistema Legal (The Legal System), and La Immagración (Immigration)—cover each topic in depth (in Las Finanzas, for example, viewers learn about opening bank accounts, using ATM cards, paying bills, and establishing a credit history)—all the while addressing cultural concerns and fears commonly expressed by new arrivals. A terrific series that will be a valuable asset to public libraries, social service agencies, or anyone working with Spanish-speaking immigrants, this is highly recommended. Aud: P. (L. Stevens)
Éxito En El Norte (Success in the U.S.)
(2006) 7 discs or videocassettes. 164 min. DVD or VHS: $377.69 (or $59.95 each). Experience Education. PPR. Volume 22, Issue 3
Éxito En El Norte (Success in the U.S.)
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