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Title: Educational Resilience and Academic Achievement of Immigrant Students From Ghana in an Urban School Environment

Citation Type: Journal Article

Publication Year: 2016

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ISSN: 0042-0859

DOI: 10.1177/0042085916660347

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Abstract: Educational resilience is often linked to educational success of various immigrant youth including Black immigrants despite the challenges they face. However, few studies have explored the factors that promote and/or constrain educational resilience and academic achievement of Black immigrants. To address this gap, the current article focuses on the educational resilience and academic achievement of Ghanaian-born immigrants (N = 60) attending urban high schools in the United States. Results indicate that self-regulation, technology, religious faith, past experiences, parental support, resources, and safety issues played an important role. Implications and recommendations for educators and policymakers are discussed.

Url: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0042085916660347

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Authors: Kumi-Yeboah, Alex

Periodical (Full): Urban Education

Issue: 5

Volume: 55

Pages: 753-782

Data Collections: IPUMS USA

Topics: Education, Migration and Immigration, Race and Ethnicity

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