The United States Commission on Civil Rights held hearings in San Antonio, Texas from December 9 to 14, 1968 under the authority of the Civil Rights Act of 1957. The purpose of the hearing was to collect information regarding the civil rights problems of Mexican Americans in the five Southwestern States. Of concern were the issues of education,…

This paper presents preliminary explorations of the nature of differences in first-name stereotypes among three ethnic groups. A total of 147 white, black, and Spanish teachers were divided into five subgroups determined by their geographic location (Miami, Florida to Atlanta, Georgia) and ethnic grouping. Each subject was asked to rate his or her…

A collection of 1971-72 racial/ethnic data for the New York school population is given in this paper. Since 1966 such information has been collected annually from all public elementary and secondary schools and is now a part of the Education Department's Basic Data System. It is used within the Department to provide a statewide longitudinal record…

Prepared for the use of public health nurses working with rural Spanish Americans in northern New Mexico, this handbook presents information and suggestions, in outline form, to aid these nurses in communicating with their patients with better understanding and cooperation. The handbook is based on the findings of a study conducted between…

This study analyzes the extent of utilization or underutilization of the education and training brought by different groups of skilled Cubans and ascertains to what extent their competencies were transferable under conditions existing in the United States since January 1, 1959. Through the survey, the statistical analysis, and interviews with…

Materials pertinent to research on the history of the Ute Indians and their "linguistic relatives" are cited in this 1964 bibliographical checklist. As noted, geographical areas occupied or frequented by the Ute Peoples include areas which are now western Colorado, northern New Mexico, most of Utah, and northern Arizona. Documentation…

This annotated bibliography, which updates the linguistic sections of a 1958 publication, indexes monographs and homage articles published between 1957 and 1975. Studies on Basque, Catalan, Spanish and Spanish American linguistics are indexed. The first section arranges titles alphabetically by the subject honored, the second lists subjects by…

After surveying research on bilingualism, tentatively concludes that bilingualism per se does not have negative effects on language development but that socioenvironmental factors probably do. (TO)

Describes efforts to provide library service to Spanish-Americans in the Southwest, through bilingual staffing, helping children to feel pride in their heritage, and providing service to the social agencies. Includes bibliography. (JS)

Article lists ways in which cultural values influence behavior and attitudes, and suggests adjustments of the curriculum to meet the needs of Mexican-American students. (SP)

Four Spanish-speaking Americans discuss manpower programs and the needs of their people. (Editor)

Excerpts of taped interviews with members of Chicano communities in various parts of the United States reveal how they view the schools and what they see as major problems and needs in the schools. (JF)

A study of the effectiveness of the mass media in informing the Hispanic and Anglo populations in western Texas found the price per person of creating initial awareness through social relations was considerably greater. However, many Hispanics receive educational information through social contact with those who hear it from mass media.…

Presents a lesson plan on the San Antonio River missions. Suggests that students will learn about the role of Spanish missions in the history of the Southwest, the psychological and cultural factors that led Indians to accept mission life, and Spanish contributions to agriculture through irrigation systems. Includes student readings, maps, and…

Puerto Ricans comprise a significant percentage of potential clients for many counselors. In this article the author discusses some values and traits that characterize Puerto Ricans and the behaviors that emerge from these traits. He offers practical suggestions for those counselors who have Puerto Rican clients. (Author)