Religion and Education among Latinos in New York City (Religion in the Americas Series 3) (Religion in the Americas Series, V. 3)

Education is Latinos' number one concern. This volume offers an analysis of why many are underachieving, while pointing to the role of religion in helping Latinos improve their academic outlook. Parents, researchers and practitioners will benefit from understanding the importance of religion in the educational experience of Hispanics. This Volume Explores The Role Of Religion In The Educational Achievement Of Hispanics. In Particular, It Assesses The Influence Of Religion On Parental Involvement In Children's Educational Experiences. The Book Compares Catholic And Protestant Parents' Opinions And Practices Against The Backdrop Of Socio-economic Factors, Such As Levels Of Income And Schooling. In Its Examination Of The Relationships Between Family, Church And School, The Study Explores How Religion And Other Cultural Traits Such As Family Structure, Language, And Ethnic Identity, Interact And Yield Particular Educational Outcomes.. The Study Shows That Religion Can Make A Positive Difference In The Education Of Latinos. Religion Is A Resource That Parents Can Tap Into For The Benefit Of Their Children. Teachers, School Administrators, Policy Makers And Religious Leaders Will Find This Study Useful As They Strive To Understand And Change Latinos' Educational Status.--book Jacket. Ch. 1. Identifying The Issues -- Ch. 2. What Others Have Found So Far -- Ch. 3. How This Study Was Done -- Ch. 4. Parental Involvement -- Ch. 5. Family, School And Church -- Ch. 6. Language, Religion And Ethnicity -- Ch. 7. Conclusions. By Segundo Pantoja. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [165]-175) And Index.