The Mexican American in Higher Education: An Example of Subtle Stereotyping.

Casas, Jesus Manuel; Atkinson, Donald R.

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Publication Date: 1981-Mar

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The Mexican American in Higher Education: An Example of Subtle Stereotyping.

Casas, Jesus Manuel; Atkinson, Donald R.

Personnel and Guidance Journal, v59 n7 p473-76 Mar 1981

Focuses on weaknesses in behavioral science articles dealing with Mexican-Americans, including: (1) overgeneralization; (2) misinterpretation of data; (3) adherence to cultural blame syndrome; and (4) inappropriate treatment suggestions. Although research is needed to understand the educational problems of Mexican-Americans, a more thoughtful analysis of the counselor's role is needed. (JAC)

Descriptors: Counselor Role, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Images, Higher Education, Literature Reviews, Mexican Americans, Research Methodology, Research Problems, Social Science Research, Stereotypes

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Language: English

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