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Download full textLindholm-Leary, Kathryn J.; Borsato, Graciela – 2002
This digest reports on a study that examined the impact of participation in a two-way immersion program on the language and achievement outcomes of former program participants and on their current schooling path and college plans. The study explored outcomes for three groups of students: (1) Hispanic students who began the two-way program as…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Bilingualism, Elementary Secondary Education, English (Second Language)
Garcia, Eugene – 1990
This ERIC digest considers three important issues for educators of bilingual students, specifically Spanish-American children. First, it articulates the ongoing debate about which language to use for instruction. Second, it examines myths about the negative effects of bilingualism. And finally, it presents supporting evidence and suggestions for…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Bilingual Education, Bilingual Students, Bilingualism
Ascher, Carol – 1985
Recent findings on the academic achievement of Hispanic students are digested in this paper. Data are derived from the study, "Make Something Happen," which was conducted by the National Commission on Secondary Education for Hispanics, and presents comprehensive findings on Hispanic education drawn from a special analysis of the Hispanic…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Change, English (Second Language), High Schools
Aguirre, Adalberto, Jr.; Martinez, Ruben O. – 1994
This monograph digest addresses Chicano participation in higher education to date and pressing issues for increased participation in the 21st century. An exploration of how Chicanos relate generally to the national education system cites low academic achievement which contributes to relative social and cultural isolation. Isolation coupled with…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Access to Education, Civil Rights, College Students
Aguirre, Adalberto, Jr.; Martinez, Ruben O. – 1993
This monograph looks at Chicano participation in higher education to date and pressing issues for increased participation in the 21st century. An exploration of how Chicanos relate generally to the national education system cites low academic achievement which contributes to relative social and cultural isolation. Isolation coupled with…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Access to Education, Civil Rights, College Students
ERIC Clearinghouse on Rural Education and Small Schools, Charleston, WV. – 1995
This packet contains six briefs developed specifically for Spanish-speaking parents of Mexican origin, and English translations of the briefs. In plain language, these briefs state what researchers and practitioners have learned about various ways parents can help their children do well in school. Titles of the briefs are (1) "Apoyando el…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Persistence, Child Development, Cognitive Development
