ERIC Number: ED023510
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 1968-Mar
Pages: 31
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Mexican-American Education. Special Report.
Office of Education (DHEW), Washington, DC. Mexican-American Affairs Unit.
The Mexican-American Affairs Unit of the U.S. Office of Education was established to plan, develop, and coordinate improved educational opportunities for Mexican-American children and adults. Staff members of the Unit conducted a field survey in Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas to discuss current programs and future needs. Although the survey revealed general interest in Mexican-American education, a lack of coordination among federal, state, and local agencies was noted. The 4 major concerns voiced were early childhood education, teacher training, bilingual education, and adult and vocational education. A 5-state summary of programs and activities of benefit to Mexican-Americans is appended. (JEH)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Bilingual Teachers, Communication (Thought Transfer), Coordination, Early Childhood Education, Educational Opportunities, Educationally Disadvantaged, Federal Programs, Mexican American Education, Mexican Americans, Migrant Children, Remedial Programs, Spanish Speaking, Teacher Education, Vocational Education
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Authoring Institution: Office of Education (DHEW), Washington, DC. Mexican-American Affairs Unit.
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