Methodological Problems and Policy Implications in Vietnamese Refugee Research.

Yu, Elena S. H.; Liu, William T.

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ERIC Number: EJ340753

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1986

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Methodological Problems and Policy Implications in Vietnamese Refugee Research.

Yu, Elena S. H.; Liu, William T.

International Migration Review, v20 n2 p483-501 Sum 1986

Problems encountered in attempting to conduct survey research among Vietnamese refugees in San Diego include inaccurate sociodemographic responses (arising from fear and suspicion regarding researchers' motives), pressure on interviewers to take sides in ethnic and political conflicts, and difficulties in obtaining reliable samples. (GC)

Descriptors: Asian Americans, Ethics, Political Attitudes, Refugees, Research Methodology, Research Problems, Vietnamese People

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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Note: Special theme issue with title "Refugees: Issues and Directions."