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ERIC Number: EJ632602
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-1045-988X
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Secondary Transition of Multicultural Learners: Lessons from the Navajo Native American Experience.
Wilder, Lynn K.; Jackson, Aaron P.; Smith, Timothy B.
Preventing School Failure, v45 n3 p119-24 Spr 2001
This discussion of the impact of culture and cultural differences on school and work and the importance of enhancing multicultural awareness also reports on a study that evaluated the experience of 22 Navajo Native Americans high school graduates in transition. Findings stress the importance of students' significant relationships, limited educational and vocational perceptions, and connection to homeland and culture. (Contains references.) (DB)
Descriptors: American Indians, Education Work Relationship, Minority Groups, Multicultural Education, Navajo (Nation), Secondary Education, Transitional Programs
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Note: Theme Articles: Featured Topic. Transition: Policy and Proven Practice for the New Millennium.