Navigating The American Education System
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Navigating The American Education System
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Author : Manuel P. Vargas
language : en
Publisher: IAP
Release Date : 2020-05-01
Navigating The American Education System written by Manuel P. Vargas and has been published by IAP this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-05-01 with Education categories.
Navigating the American Education System: Four Latino Success Stories showcases the educational journey of four Latino/a men and women who navigated the American education system successfully. Their success is significant given the multiple and varied challenges that most Latinos/as encounter throughout the K–20 educational continuum. The purpose of this book is not only to show and tell, but to describe ordinary people attaining extraordinary results, who might also stand as good role models for the youngest- and fastest-growing group—Latinos/as—in this country. Researchers of this topic offer compelling statistics, such as the following projection: Out of 100 Latino/a students, a few more than 50 will finish high school; out of this number, five will enroll in college; and out of the original 100, less than one percent will complete a doctorate. While the causes of low academic attainment for Latinos may vary, including limited financial resources and cultural differences, the lack of Latino role models in K–20 education may be a significant contributing factor. The expression, “You can’t be what you don’t see” is especially applicable to Latino/a students who seldom see people like them in positions of prominence and power in educational environments. Across the country, and in particular in states with high numbers of Latino/a students, as the K–20 student body becomes darker, the teaching and decision-making personnel remain light-skinned. Consequently, the absence of role models for an increasing number of students of color may contribute to low levels of aspiration. Many attempts and existing literature regarding the achievement gap of students of color, especially Latinos/as, seem to have had modest or no impact, even when statistical analysis and sound rationales are provided. On the other hand, the stories included in this book offer an alternative that may have an impact and long-lasting effect in the lives of students of color. Story messages tend to stay longer with us and enable us to make sense of complex situations, such as education, culture, and personality traits—persistence, motivation, resilience. Consequently, the stories in this book become vehicles to learn from real-life examples the abstractions of education, home and school culture, and other factors that contribute to academic success. Furthermore, the stories encourage people to write, tell, and share experiences to address ongoing problems; invite change where change is needed; organize thoughts and seek meaningful solutions; invite us to become cognizant about how our emotions direct our thoughts and “move mountains”; enable us to discover undercurrents that hinder organizational communication; direct us to pay attention to the little things that matter and build trust; awaken the good in people through an invitational approach, as opposed to one that it’s mandated; push us to avoid playing it safe and stick out our emotional necks when dealing with people; seek authentic voices to make room for new thinking; make time for people; and allow our voices to define the values we embrace.
The Immigrant Guide To The American Educational System
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Author : Stephanie Mbella
language : en
Publisher: PENDIUM
Release Date : 2017-08-04
The Immigrant Guide To The American Educational System written by Stephanie Mbella and has been published by PENDIUM this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-08-04 with categories.
For many immigrants crossing the shores of the United States every year in search of a better life, an American college education is a gateway to a lifetime of opportunities. In spite of the availability of school-based resources, immigrant parents of high school students struggle with understanding the American High School System, and more with navigating the college admission process. This guide breaks down the structure of high school, walks parents and students through the college planning, college selection, and college application processes. It reviews common ways to help pay for a college education and underscores the importance of parental involvement in achieving success for college-bound students. The worksheets included help process the information provided and facilitate the dialogue between student and parent on college-related matters.
Thrive With Aei
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Author : Lisa K Helton
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2023-05-02
Thrive With Aei written by Lisa K Helton and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-05-02 with categories.
This book is dedicated to international families with big dreams who are ready to do what it takes to achieve them. American Education International is here to be the bridge to your fulfilled purpose and prosperous future. Our mission is just four words. Training Minds. Improving Hearts. Hidden behind these words are deep downloads of knowledge, wisdom, and love. In "Thrive AEI: Why International Families Choose American Education International," author Dr. Lisa Helton invites readers on a journey of discovery and empowerment. Drawing on years of experience working to transform education and organizations, Dr. Lisa offers a comprehensive guide to navigating the American education system, avoiding pitfalls, and achieving success. With a focus on both K-12 education and higher education, "Thrive AEI" provides parents with the tools and strategies they need to make informed decisions about their children's education. From understanding the dual diploma process to navigating the challenges of pursuing higher education in the USA, this book is packed with practical advice and motivational insights. But "Thrive AEI" is more than just a guidebook - it is a call to action. Through personal stories and powerful examples, Dr. Lisa inspires readers to dream big and pursue their goals with confidence. With "Thrive AEI," international families can thrive by accessing the best of the American education system and beyond.
Navigating Model Minority Stereotypes
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Author : Rupam Saran
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2015-08-11
Navigating Model Minority Stereotypes written by Rupam Saran and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-11 with Education categories.
Though Asian Indians are typically thought of as a "model minority", not much is known about the school experiences of their children. Positive stereotyping of these immigrants and their children often masks educational needs and issues, creates class divides within the Indian-American community, and triggers stress for many Asian Indian students. This volume examines second generation (America-born) and 1.5 generation (foreign-born) Asian Indians as they try to balance peer culture, home life and academics. It explores how, through the acculturation process, these children either take advantage of this positive stereotype or refute their stereotyped ethnic image and move to downward mobility. Focusing on migrant experiences of the Indian diasporas in the United States, this volume brings attention to highly motivated Asian Indian students who are overlooked because of their cultural dispositions and outlooks on schooling, and those students who are more likely to underachieve. It highlights the assimilation of Asian Indian students in mainstream society and their understandings of Americanization, social inequality, diversity and multiculturalism.
Navigating Mathland
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Author : Linda Kasal Fusco
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2017-06-21
Navigating Mathland written by Linda Kasal Fusco and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-06-21 with Education categories.
Navigating MathLand uses a unique lens to focus on how students prefer to learn mathematics. The intent of this book is to provide a guide for parents to help them navigate the thirteen years of their children’s math education (K-12). The book will provide parents with the knowledge and skills they will need to proactively advocate for their children’s preparation for the 21st century workforce.
Arab American Children With Disabilities
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Author : Jamal M. Al Khatib
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2016-07-22
Arab American Children With Disabilities written by Jamal M. Al Khatib and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-07-22 with Education categories.
Despite a proliferation of special education literature on racial minorities over the past three decades, research and writing on Arab American children with disabilities remain remarkably sparse. This book fills that gap by promoting culturally appropriate services for Arab American children with disabilities. Special education and service providers in the U.S.—including school psychologists, rehabilitation counselors, and social workers—are increasingly likely to work with Arab Americans with disabilities. By focusing on this marginalized minority population, Al Khatib provides much-needed context and direction for service providers and researchers working with the Arab American community. Offering an overview of special education and the rights guaranteed under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), this book also helps Arab American families understand the special education process and advocate for their children.
Youth Education And Wellbeing In The Americas
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Author : Kate Tilleczek
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Release Date : 2022-11-04
Youth Education And Wellbeing In The Americas written by Kate Tilleczek and has been published by Taylor & Francis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-11-04 with Social Science categories.
This book explores ways in which education supports or negates the wellbeing and rights of young people in or from the Americas. It shows how young people diagnose problems and propose important new directions for education. A collective chronicle from researchers working alongside young people in Chile, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Honduras, Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, and the Caribbean and Latin American diaspora in Canada, the authors embrace the work in terms of justice: intergenerational, racial, cultural and ecological with/by/for various groups of young people. This book delves into the wide gap between the expressed rights of young people in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the ways in which education operates. In so doing, it examines the entrenched colonial legacies which persist, including systemic racism, flabby curriculum, hyper-surveillance and broken promises for care and human relationships needed to support youth. The resourceful young people shown here – who identify as Latin American, Black, Indigenous and/or diasporic – are diagnosing and negotiating these injustices in revolutionary moves for education. Teachers, parents, communities and youth themselves could learn from these critical, transformative and anticolonial youthful pedagogies for being with education. This book will appeal to scholars, students, policymakers and practitioners in the areas of youth studies, education, social justice, sociology, human rights, wellbeing and social work.
The New Americans
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Author : Mary C. Waters
language : en
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Release Date : 2007-01-30
The New Americans written by Mary C. Waters and has been published by Harvard University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-01-30 with Social Science categories.
Listen to a short interview with Mary WatersHost: Chris Gondek | Producer: Heron & Crane Salsa has replaced ketchup as the most popular condiment. A mosque has been erected around the corner. The local hospital is staffed by Indian doctors and Philippine nurses, and the local grocery store is owned by a Korean family. A single elementary school may include students who speak dozens of different languages at home. This is a snapshot of America at the turn of the twenty-first century. The United States has always been a nation of immigrants, shaped by successive waves of new arrivals. The most recent transformation began when immigration laws and policies changed significantly in 1965, admitting migrants from around the globe in new numbers and with widely varying backgrounds and aspirations. This comprehensive guide, edited and written by an interdisciplinary group of prominent scholars, provides an authoritative account of the most recent surge of immigrants. Twenty thematic essays address such topics as immigration law and policy, refugees, unauthorized migrants, racial and ethnic identity, assimilation, nationalization, economy, politics, religion, education, and family relations. These are followed by comprehensive articles on immigration from the thirty most significant nations or regions of origin. Based on the latest U.S. Census data and the most recent scholarly research, The New Americans is an essential reference for students, scholars, and anyone curious about the changing face of America.
Immigrant Experiences
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Author : Ruth McKoy Lowery
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2019-05-10
Immigrant Experiences written by Ruth McKoy Lowery and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-05-10 with Social Science categories.
Using the lens of Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) a pedagogy that recognizes the importance of including students' cultural references in all aspects of learning (Ladson-Billings, 1994), this book presents empirical studies and personal stories, examples across immigrant and refugee experiences including African, Asian and Latin immigrants. The chapters focus on the educational wellbeing of immigrant children and their families, and on bringing the home, school and community together as a united force to meet their needs.
Zen And The Art Of Navigating College
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Author : Peter Klein
language : en
Publisher: Mascot Books
Release Date : 2023-05-31
Zen And The Art Of Navigating College written by Peter Klein and has been published by Mascot Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-05-31 with Education categories.
“A relevant book for our times. ... Educational and inspiring." —Readers' Favorite five-star review At its best, the college experience can be invaluable for doing the most important work of all—finding your purpose. At its worst, it can be an expensive distraction that indoctrinates you into an instant-gratification culture and prevents you from building a meaningful base not just for your career but for your life. Drawing upon the great thinkers of contemporary philosophy and psychology, this book reveals a revolutionary way to prepare for navigating the complexities and potential pitfalls of college, including: • How to look past the limited view of gifted but specialized academics • How to select courses that will help you get interviews with potential employers • How to develop a meaningful social and professional network, including outside the college community • How to take full advantage of college facilities and programs—including some you may not even be aware of Robert Pirsig’s classic book Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance used metaphysical imagery to reveal a more holistic way to think about the world and our place in it. In that tradition, Zen and the Art of Navigating College is a first-of-its-kind handbook for being prepared to get what you really NEED from the college experience—a path to discovering a greater purpose and the tools to achieve it.