ERIC Number: EJ1012230
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-1521-0960
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Cultural Connections and Disconnections between Non-Hmong Principals and Hmong Parents
Xiong, Tong T.; Obiakor, Festus E.
Multicultural Perspectives, v15 n1 p39-45 2013
The purpose of the authors in this qualitative research is to explore cultural connections and disconnections between non-Hmong principals and Hmong parents. The results show that cultural disconnections occur because of the lack of culturally sensitive professional development for teachers and principals, and the lack of understanding of Hmong cultural values and beliefs, especially when it comes to parental involvement. (Contains 1 figure and 3 tables.)
Descriptors: Hmong People, Qualitative Research, Principals, Professional Development, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Differences, Values, Parent Participation, Educational History, Cultural Context, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Culturally Relevant Education, Semi Structured Interviews, Administrator Attitudes
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Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Wisconsin
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