Investigates the stereotypical attitudes of college students toward a variety of social situations involving Asian Americans. Examines the effects of differential labeling of Asian Americans regarding the attitudes held toward them. Results indicate that students did hold stereotypical attitudes toward Asian Americans and that these attitudes were…

The terms "Asian" and "Pacific Islanders" capture diverse historical relationships and a powerful cultural/linguistic diversity. Many Asian-Pacific Americans have succeeded despite monumental prejudices and obstacles, including the "model minority" myth promoted by conservatives to limit affirmative action. Chin's…

This article defines learning style, reviews the research on the learning styles of Asian-American adolescents, identifies the cultural values that appear to have an impact on their academic achievement, compares cognitive styles of major cultural groups, and discusses the implications of these findings for teaching and counseling. (Author/LRW)

Addresses issues of diversity and equity with Asian American students in science education. Describes barriers as well as promising practices in science learning with these students and discusses current reform and its implications. Proposes an equity agenda with Asian American students in science education. Contains 107 references. (Author/JRH)

Explored the challenges and teaching strategies of 133 Asian bilingual educators using a detailed questionnaire developed specifically for the purposes of the investigation. Participants were asked to rate how important specific practices, strategies, and challenges were in their teaching of Asian bilingual students. (Author/VWL)

Lesbian women of color may seek professional help to find their way through the challenges of being a triple minority. The authors discuss specific issues faced by African American, Asian American, Latina American, and Native American lesbian women, offering guidelines for affirmative practice when working with these women in a counseling context.…

Examines ethnic attitudes toward Chicanos of 87 students, half Chicanos, attending Mexican-American studies classes in California. Results show favorable attitudes across gender, age, and ethnic lines. Asians most favorable toward Chicanos. Non-Hispanic Whites least favorable. In self-ratings, Chicanos and Anglos overestimated favorable attitudes…

Among the many factors that influence the level and quality of Southeast Asian parents' involvement with schools are parents' literacy level, prearrival education, and strong cultural beliefs. Provides implications for principals and selected resources. (13 references) (MLF)

Presents a synthesis and overview of literature on identity development in the childhood and adolescence of young people in ethnic and minority groups in the United States. (PCB)

Discusses the Cold War and the U.S. policy of containment and its relationship to the Vietnam War. Traces the history of the Vietnam War, and analyzes U.S. military strategies in Vietnam. Details the events of Tet. Examines the repercussions of Tet on U.S. public opinion about President Johnson and the war. (RW)

Reviews several issues relating to families who are of Native American, Black, or Asian American background, with implications for practitioners in the counseling profession. Provides schematic model to enhance understanding for counseling ethnic minority families with suggested skills and techniques. (Author/NB)

Many Asian Americans believe that the admissions policies of many selective colleges are unfair to them. Demographic trends and the resultant political activity are discussed. The admissions policies and practices that Asian Americans consider objectionable are examined and some policy options are offered. (MLW)

As the number of Hispanic and Asian students increases, school districts need to explore ways of heightening staff awareness of cultural differences. School personnel need to address diversity and withhold judgments until situational facts are known. (MLF)

Enrollments of American Indians, Asians, blacks, Hispanics, whites, and foreign college students in 1992 are presented for each state and the District of Columbia.A map also indicates the percentage of each state's enrollment that is minority. (MSE)

Using an adjusted cumulative grade point average (GPA), the item response theory-based GPA improved the predictability of college performance for ethnic minorities according to some statistical criteria but was found equivalent to cumulative GPA for others. The population was 1,462 college freshmen from 4 ethnic groups. (SLD)