It is the purpose of this article to examine the intellectual background of the study of Chinese political culture, to trace, review, and discuss the more important works on the subject, to discuss problems inherent in such a study and, finally, to make suggestions about the directions of further research in the field. The journal is available…

An overview of Asian immigration history into the United States is used to illustrate the successful advances made by Asian Americans in employment and political representation in this country. It is argued that the key to Asian American success and upward mobility is education. (EB)

Researchers are unsure whether the superior academic achievement of Asian Americans results from the degree of acculturation to the dominant group, or from distinct cultural values and socialization. This paper examines the relationship between Asian American achievement and their socioeconomic status, attitudes, and ethnicity. (Author/GC)

This study of Asians found that: (1) there is a need for basic legal services as well as general counseling; (2) English classes at both basic and more advanced levels are wanted; and (3) the stereotype of Asians in America as uncomplaining and stoic minority groups is partially validated by the data. (Author/WI)

In addition to tracing Asian Indian immigration to the United States and examining the cultural boundaries established by the Indian immigrant population in New York, this paper documents the efforts of one Indian organization to secure federal recognition of the Indian population as a single "ethnic group." (Author/EB)

Explores the conflict over succession to Mao Tse-tung and China's future developmental patterns and strategic orientation. Theorizes that Hua Kuo-feng was Mao's personal choice for succession although opposed by party radicals. Discusses the purge of Teng Hsiao-ping, the Tienanmen riot, and the designation of Hua as First Vice Chairman after the…

Reviews practical suggestions for social studies textbook evaluation based on research by the Asia Society Textbook Evaluation Project. Teachers should check prices, reading levels, and overall objectives; identify authors and publication dates; and determine underlying assumptions about other cultures depicted in the books. (AV)

Discusses changes in attitudes and values in Indonesia in response to the marked social change experienced since independence from the Dutch. The delicate balance between modernism and traditionalism is assessed. Journal available from American-Asian Education Exchange, Inc., 88 Morningside Drive, New York, New York 10027. (Author/DB)

Hypothesizes that stereotypes of Japanese workers as diligent, loyal, dedicated, and possessing high morale are false. The author maintains that the Japanese workplace will increasingly come to resemble that of the United States and other western industrialized nations, including less paternalism, more job mobility, more individualism, and greater…

Examines the socialization process and human development of women in the context of Chinese society before and after 1949. (Author)

Reports on undergraduate admissions processes at four elite universities. Results show that the Asian American admission rate is below the overall admission rate. Reasons for lower rates are discussed, as are the consequences of manipulating admissions to achieve diversity. (PS)

Many educators believe in the stereotype that all Asian immigrants are model students. Many Asian students react to the public school system with bewilderment and/or disinterest. Discusses ways to understand the students better and to work with their parents to help Asian-immigrant students. Includes 16 references. (Author/MD)

Discusses recent trends in Asian studies, such as emphasizing an inquiry approach, and lists general references and primary sources relevant to the topic. States that today's social studies literature reveals a greater awareness of Asia, although some gaps are still evident. Identifies additional areas in which Asian studies must be strengthened.…

Based in part on four-year data collection project concerned with the Asian Pacific admission issue at private and public colleges in California and the Northeast, this article examines Asian Pacific Americans and the obstacles they face in undergraduate admission to colleges. Explores differences in admit rates between Asian Pacific Americans and…

Reviews empirical studies, clinical case studies, and articles with treatment strategies and recommendations to examine diagnosis and assessment of client variables, therapist variables, and counseling process and outcome. Client variables cover such issues as the personality of language problems, the acculturation process, and counseling…