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Nakanishi, Don T. – Asian American Policy Review, 1993
Questions the appropriateness of "Asian American" as a term to categorize this heterogeneous combination of cultural groups. It explains how the notion of a common and shared sentiment of unity among the many cultures labeled collectively as Asian Americans may be viewed as an artificial construct. (GLR)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Asian Americans, Cultural Differences, Elementary Secondary Education
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Nakanishi, Don T. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1993
Three prevalent misconceptions about Asian Pacific Americans in higher education are challenged, based on distribution data and documented tenure cases: that they are well represented in college faculties and key administrative positions, do not face discriminatory or unfair employment practices, and are less likely than others to contest…
Descriptors: Administrator Characteristics, Asian Americans, Beliefs, College Administration