This paper seeks to explore the complexities of being Indo-Caribbean American to provide educators a better understanding of how to help their students navigate racial-ethnic identity spaces that are not clearly defined and negotiate when others seek to define, or mis-define, them. It explores the idea of diaspora, culture and third space. It then…

This is the third in a series of briefs summarizing findings from the newest and most rigorous research related to racial and socioeconomic diversity in public schools. The studies on which this brief is based were published recently in three special issues of the peer-reviewed journal, "Teachers College Record," edited by Professors…

According to data from the National Center for Health Statistics, childhood obesity rates are highest among ethnic minorities. It is very helpful to consider the role of culture when attempting to analyze and explain obesity rates in ethnic minority populations. Culture influences the attitudes and beliefs toward exercise, food and nutrition, and…

Recognizing cultural differences in the classroom is the subject of this training module. It guides trainers through the activities and lessons necessary to familiarize education personnel with cultural elements that some national origin minority populations may bring to the school environment. Nine session components are described and materials,…

During the past several years considerable national-level attention has been focused on the state of American public education in mathematics, science and technology. There is, among the several policy reports, substantial agreement that student achievement levels in mathematics are lower than is desirable and the opportunity to learn mathematics,…

The underrepresentation of Hispanics, Blacks, and American Indians on school and college campuses is a serious and complex problem. New initiatives are needed to increase the number of minority students prepared for university study and to ensure that they receive the assistance necessary to enroll and remain in college. One aspect of this…

This report provides results from a survey of school districts headed by racial/ethnic minority and by women superintendents. The document contains three sections. Section 1, "Profiles of School Districts Headed by Women and Racial-Ethnic Minority Superintendents," outlines survey methods and identification of respondents. Characteristics of…

This four-part study of the educational concerns of ethnic minority groups in the United States by the National Education Association (NEA) comprises the following parts: (1) American Indian/Alaskan Native Concerns; (2) Asian and Pacific Islander Concerns; (3) Black Concerns; and (4) Hispanic Concerns. Goals are the following: (1) specify the…

These guidelines for developing cooperative parent-teacher relationships first identify counterproductive practices (such as forcing the parents of children with disabilities into predetermined roles) and then explain helpful strategies, including developing an atmosphere of trust and respect, working toward a truly collaborative relationship, and…

Problems involved in identifying gifted and talented children are addressed and strategies which school districts may employ are considered. Further identification difficulties involving students from different ethnic and cultural groups, students in rural areas, females, and very young children are cited. (CL)

Lists small press periodicals, primarily noncommercial and lesser-known, issued by and for African Americans, Latinos, American Indians, Asian Americans, and other ethnic groups. Subscription information is included if known for the 157 periodicals listed. More complete information on many topics can be derived from these publications. (SLD)

This selected bibliography of minorities and women in school administration is comprised of two sections: (1) "Racial-Ethnic Minorities in School Administration" contains 21 pages of references, most of which are annotated. Listed are 7 books, 30 journal articles, 18 ERIC documents, 11 reports, and 70 dissertations. (2) "Women in School…

Suggests that race is an important dynamic of schooling and that teachers must daily consider its importance to the educational welfare of all students, and of students of color in particular. Provides suggestions for teaching about race. (SKC)

The game described in this booklet is designed to broaden the players' perspectives on human diversity and to help them appreciate and value people of different backgrounds. In the game, players are asked to select the best candidates for an interplanetary mission on the basis of certain characteristics. Making the selections reveals stereotypes…

Presents study results examining Armenian, Turkish, and global identities of Turkish Armenians. Explains that the study used age, gender, level of education, and involvement in ethnic organizations as covariates. Reports that men, older Armenians, and those who attended Armenian schools identified more as Armenians than did women, younger…