Ready or Not: The Academic College Readiness of Southeast Asian Americans
Author(s):
Her, Chia S
Format:
Journal article
Citation:
Multicultural Perspectives, Volume 16, Issue 1 (2014-01). pp. 35-42.
Language:
English
Abstract:
The educational experiences of Southeast Asian Americans, particularly Cambodian Americans, Hmong Americans, Laotian Americans, and Vietnamese Americans, are characterized by numerous challenges, which can be attributed to their migration history, socioeconomic status, and English proficiency. By the end of 11th grade, a high percentage of Southeast Asian American students are not college ready. The educational challenges of Southeast Asian Americans have been overshadowed by the model minority stereotype. Educational policies targeting issues affecting the education of Southeast Asian Americans and teacher preparations that focus on getting Southeast Asian American students to be college ready could help change the educational story of this population. Adapted from the source document.