ERIC Number: EJ884372
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010-Jun
Pages: 12
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ISSN: ISSN-2154-1647
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Culturally Diverse Parents' Perspectives on Self-Determination
Zhang, Dalun; Landmark, Leena; Grenwelge, Cheryl; Montoya, Linda
Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities, v45 n2 p175-186 Jun 2010
Current research examining self-determination in cultural contexts has yielded mixed findings. This qualitative interview study collected rich information from parents of four major cultures about their understanding of self-determination and their daily engagement in self-determination related activities with their children with disabilities. Various culturally-related patterns were found indicating differences between parents of mainstream culture and other cultures. Differences existed in the following areas: understanding the concept of self-determination; talking to the child about strengths and weaknesses; promoting self-efficacy; and teaching independent living, goal setting, problem solving, and decision making skills. Implications and recommendations for future research are provided. (Contains 2 tables.)
Descriptors: Independent Living, Self Efficacy, Parent Attitudes, Disabilities, Decision Making Skills, Self Determination, Cultural Differences, Cultural Influences, Interviews, Goal Orientation, Problem Solving, Skill Development, High School Students, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, African Americans, Whites
Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities, Council for Exceptional Children. DDD, P.O. Box 3512, Fayetteville, AR 72702. Tel: 479-575-3326; Fax: 479-575-6676; Web site: http://www.dddcec.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools
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Language: English
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