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Title: Successful Pathways to the Teaching Profession for Puerto Ricans

Citation Type: Journal Article

Publication Year: 2011

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Abstract: This article makes program and policy recommendationsfor the design of effective pathways to teaching careersfor Puerto Ricans that combine college readiness withworkforce development in sectors where there areopportunities for entry-level employment with minimalcredentials and opportunity for advancement at a salaryabove the minimum wage. The pathways target vulnerablemembers of the Puerto Rican community, such as youngmales, ages 16 to 24, who are in high school, unemployed,or employed in low-wage industries.

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Authors: Mercado, Carmen I.

Periodical (Full): CENTRO Journal

Issue: 2

Volume: 23

Pages: 115-135

Data Collections: IPUMS USA

Topics: Labor Force and Occupational Structure, Race and Ethnicity

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