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Avila, David; And Others – 1984
Dropout rates for Hispanic students are approximately twice those of white Anglo students. This paper reviews the literature on dropout and examines the effects of self-esteem, career and school expectations, family structure, and English language proficiency on the Hispanic youth's decision to drop out. A questionnaire was completed by 139…
Descriptors: Dropout Characteristics, Dropout Research, Dropouts, High Risk Students