Myth Or Reality?

Presents the reality of Asian successes and problems and challenges faced by immigrants in the USA. Case studies and episodes are presented and the book shows data that calibrates the differential success of various Asian populations and the need to assist those who are less successful.

Zusammenfassung
First published in 1992. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Inhalt

Theoretical perspectives - America's most recent immigrants; Asian diversity and the challenges faced by newcomers; academic achievement of Asian minorities; conflict and adaptation - child, family and community; Asian minorities at risk - education, delinquency and labour force; equity issues and recommendations; analysis and implications of research on minority student empowerment.