A kindergarten teacher recounts her experiences with a southeast Asian student as he progresses with the English language. The "beautiful book," in which the boy would illustrate words and dictate appropriate stories for the teacher to transcribe, was instrumental in the boy's language acquisition. (HTH)

The complex issues of multiracial education cannot be adequately presented in a traditionally-structured teacher education course. The Margaret McMillan School of Education at Bradford College has developed an integrated, functional approach to preparing teachers for urban multiracial schools. (SJL)

Traces Japan's attitude toward and preparation for national defense from the 1930s to 1978. Topics discussed include Japan's indifference to defense since World War II, America's responsibility to defend Japan in case of military attack, the possibility of a Soviet attack on Japan, and public opinion about defense in Japan. Journal availability:…

Discusses how Asian Americans are faring in the job market, focusing on the three largest subgroups: the Japanese, Chinese, and Pilipinos. The information on which this discussion is based comes from "A Study of Selected Socio-economic Characteristics of Ethnic Minorities Based on the 1970 Census, Volume II; Asian Americans," prepared by Urban…

Explores how Asian American students have experienced and viewed their own participation on one of the most diverse college campuses, that of the University of California at Berkeley. The focus is on stereotypes and learning to be Asian American, the tug-of-war for group affiliation, and subtle experiences of exclusion college students encounter.…

Differences in the motivational beliefs of 154 Asian American and 372 non-Asian ninth graders were studied. Asian Americans' fear of the consequences of academic failure best explained their performance, but this variable least explained results for non-Asian students. Fear of academic failure was a better explanation for Asian Americans than were…

Presents an ethnographic study of the Asian Business Association in San Diego (California) highlighting the role that well-educated first generation immigrants play in pan-Asian economic mobilization. It examines how the first and subsequent generations challenged the institutionalized economic barriers in order to protect and promote their…

Examined how stereotypes might become activated in testing situations, noting the effects of this activation on task performance. Data collected on college students suggested that explicitly and implicitly activated stereotypes were equally detrimental to student performance. Members of a traditional nonstigmatized group (white men) were affected…

Examines how White American beauty standards and body images affect men and women of Asian and African American descent using a sample of 29 adults with African American fathers and Japanese mothers. Overall, subjects were satisfied with their bodies, although men were more satisfied of their own attractiveness than women. (SLD)

Studies the successful adaptation of Hmong refugees in the Atlanta (Georgia) area using a sample of 81 adults and 101 children. Findings highlight prevailing economic conditions, the strategies taken by local Hmong leadership, and a high rate of conversion to Christianity. (SLD)

Examined ethnic identity search and commitment, importance of ethnicity as identity issue, and relationship of ethnic identity to self-esteem among college students (N=196). Found exploration of ethnic identity issues was higher among minority students, and ethnicity was rated more important to minority students. Self-esteem was related to…

Inaccurate information about the homogeneity of Asian-American students has limited the development of educational programs that address their needs. Creation of alternatives in curriculum, counseling, and instructional strategies demand a change in attitude toward and knowledge of these students. They cannot have equal educational opportunity…

Asian American students are called a "model minority" for their scholastic success. Few studies focus on their educational concerns. This study surveyed students of Japanese, Korean, Southeast Asian, and Pacific Island decent and found they were generally pleased with college experiences. Attitudes toward education and the impact of…

Minority student enrollment in higher education over the last decade is examined, as well as population projections into the early 21st century. Many minority youth reject the assertion that success requires a college degree, and racial prejudice and violence on campuses create an inhospitable environment for minorities. (MLW)

Examines U.S. immigration policy and public opinion regarding immigrants, refugees, and undocumented aliens. Discusses educational policies affecting Southeast Asian refugees, the competing goals of assimilation and cultural pluralism, and arguments for and against "clustering' of refugees. Contains 27 references. (SV)