Addresses critical race theory (CRT) as a framework to analyze and challenge racism in curricular structures, processes, and discourses, focusing on the multiple layers of school and curriculum. Examines the need for educators to utilize CRT as a tool to analyze and challenge racism and other forms of subordination pervasive in U.S. schools.…

A 2-year project taught reading methods and provided culturally appropriate books for Spanish-speaking and English-speaking families (year 1, 1,013 families; year 2, 1,408 families). Data from home visits and follow-up surveys (n=207) revealed that positive parent/child interaction and time spent reading to children increased and the number of…

Describes a study of book preferences among 190 first graders. Indicates that Hispanic and non-Hispanic students were more alike than different in their preferences. Concludes that an overwhelming majority selected informational, rather than narrative books. Notes that this finding counters notions that young readers prefer stories and desire…

Studied community initiatives in several low-income California Latino communities over 5 years. Results of these analyses show the challenges of blending a critical theory social science approach with community-focused evaluation practice. (SLD)

Describes the characteristics of Hispanic U.S. citizens who earned doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from institutions in the United States between 1983 and 1997. Disaggregates data by gender and Hispanic subgroup, and includes information on parental education, type of financial assistance during time of…

Examines effects of financial aid on college entry patterns of Blacks, Whites, and Hispanics. Uniform financial aid awards probably increase the representation of Blacks in higher education. For Hispanics, however, family and academic background variables may outweigh the financial aid factor in the decision to enter college. (DM)

The Program: Learning According to Needs (PLAN) arose from a Title VII project to help Hispanics succeed in college. Many innercity minority students believe that they have no control over their lives and are powerless to shape the future. PLAN participants are given role models and a realistic picture of college life. Includes nine references.…

A series of tests and interviews with 45 Hispanic first year students at 2 Ivy League universities was conducted to examine the relationship between ethnic identity and self-esteem. A strong Hispanic identity acted as a buffer to perceived threat, particularly for men. (DM)

Claims increased survival by Blacks and Hispanics is causing a widening of sex imbalance of elderly population with trends pointing to greater widowhood among minority women and continuing high rates of poverty. Claims increased rates of disability in minority elderly women, increased dependency, worsening intergenerational relationships, and…

Explores the relationship between Spanish language use and ethnic identity through analysis of discourse among a Chicano family whose members had differing proficiencies in Spanish and/or English. Such factors as interaction in Anglo-dominated settings, conversational techniques, linguistic competence, and language attitudes appeared to influence…

Explores the methods employed in southern Texas primary and secondary schools to discourage Spanish use, and examines the justifications given for this practice. The data, gathered by interviewing Pan American University students, indicates that Spanish use by students is a social problem largely because of its classification as such by school…

Peer interaction, social status, and reciprocated friendships in two ethnically diverse groups of elementary school children were examined. (PCB)

Investigated vocational thinking of children by analyzing age and gender differences in types of questions children (N=122) would ask in their interactions with nontraditional workers. Findings revealed developmental changes in children's vocational thinking: younger children asked affective questions and older elementary children asked more…

Finds that, among 263 Hispanic and 150 non-Hispanic White smokers, Hispanics smoked fewer cigarettes, had lower levels of perceived addiction to nicotine, and had higher perceived self-efficacy to avoid smoking, but these differences shrank with greater acculturation. Discusses implications for smoking cessation programs. Contains 27 references.…

Discusses how cultural centers improve minority college students' lives by enhancing ethnic pride and closing the gap between cultures. Emphasizes the need for centers to keep minority students in college. Explains that faculty members are hesitant to be associated with these centers because association can limit their career options. (JS)