Underachievement and Underrepresentation of Hispanics in Mathematics and Mathematics-Related Careers

Valverde, Leonard A.

doi:10.5951/jresematheduc.15.2.0123

JRME

1984

DOI: 10.5951/jresematheduc.15.2.0123

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Underachievement and Underrepresentation of Hispanics in Mathematics and Mathematics-Related Careers

Leonard A. Valverde

Abstract: A literature review shows a threefold problem consisting of disproportionally low participation in mathematics education, underachievement in mathematics, and under-representation in mathematics-related careers by Hispanics. Contrary to the belief that the poor showing by Hispanics in mathematics may be due to a lack of ability or motivation, previous research attributes it to policies, practices, and attitudes of school personnel that are incongruent with the values, learning styles, and curriculum needs of H… Show more

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Underachievement and Underrepresentation of Hispanics in Mathematics and Mathematics-Related Careers

Cited by 6 publications

References 6 publications

Mathematics assessment scenarios for at-risk students

Mathematics assessment scenarios for at-risk students

Announcing the New Diversity and Inclusion Department

The Portrayal of Females and Minorities in Selected Elementary Mathematics Series

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