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Iowa Educators Address College Success for Latinos

by DIVERSE Staff , December 10, 2008

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  • Replicate the elements of learning communities within the classroom -- such as close faculty and student interactions, familia (student groups of 4-5 students who work together for one or two semesters) writing models, reflective practices, culturally relevant learning experiences and community service learning.
  • Mentor and guide Latino students with the information needed to succeed.
  • Employ validation theory as a way to support, encourage and affirm Latino students as capable learners and valid members of the college community.          

  

In their study, Ranero and Gildersleeve have identified rural Iowa towns that have undergone a significant ethnic population change and interviewed middle school administrators regarding the college-going process for Latino immigrants. They are continuing outreach within the Latino community to better understand its needs regarding higher education.

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