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ERIC Number: EJ642520
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2002
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ISSN: ISSN-0001-8791
Parental Influence on Students' Educational Choices in the United States and Germany: Different Ramifications--Same Effect?
Schnabel, Kai U.; Alfeld, Corinne; Eccles, Jacquelynne S.; Koller, Olaf; Baumert, Jurgen
Journal of Vocational Behavior, v60 n2 p178-98 Apr 2002
Longitudinal data from 1,425 U.S. and 1,755 German students in grades 7-10 revealed that the influence of family background is more pronounced on early-schooling decisions. In both countries, achievement was the best predictor of career decisions. The cumulative process of social background influences is stronger in Germany. (Contains 49 references.) (SK)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Career Choice, Comparative Education, Foreign Countries, Parent Influence, School Choice, Secondary Education, Socioeconomic Status, Track System (Education)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Germany; United States
Note: Special Issue on the Transition from School to Work: Societal Opportunities and Individual Agency.