Warm Up: Immigrant Children and Education

The challenges faced by immigrant children are dependent on which factors (check all that apply)?

• Country of origin

• Socioeconomic status

• Family resources

• what generation they were born into (1, 1.5, 2)

What was expected of earlier waves of immigrants in terms of assimilation?

• Assimilated in a straight line into the mainstream

• Not assimilated at all

• Assimilated with difficulty

• Assimilated into separate communities

What is the projected demographic change by the year 2040 according to the chapter?

• End of a century

• Projected increase in immigrant population

• Start of a new era

• Economic boom

What is the Longitudinal Immigrant Student Adaptation (LISA) study about?

• The financial success of immigrant families.

• The educational engagement of immigrant students.

• The health issues faced by immigrants.

• The political participation of immigrants.

In the chapter, how is immigration described in terms of stress?

• As a minor inconvenience.

• As one of the most stressful events individuals can undergo.

• As a stress-free process.

• As a simple transition.

What is a common occurrence in immigrant families during the immigration process?

• Families always stay together.

• Separation occurs at very high rates.

• They end up in the foster care system.

• They immediately adapt to the new environment.

What factors contribute to the successful integration of immigrant students in schools?

• Disregarding their cultural backgrounds.

• Combining academic achievement with positive school experiences.

• Concentrating solely on learning the local language.

• Limiting their social interactions.

What is a significant site of cultural socialization for immigrant youth?

• Shopping malls

• Schools

• Parks

• Libraries

Immigrant children often site this feeling as they navigate 2 or more sets of cultural norms

• Confident/Self-assured

• Confused/Disoriented

• Excited

• Relaxed

According to the chapter, what do immigrant students often rely on for motivation?

• Financial incentives

• Social relations- teachers and fiends

• Technological advancements and social media

• Political support