Exploring Resilience in Latina/o Academic Outcomes: A Latent Class Approach |
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| Authors: | Alma Boutin-Martinez Rebeca Mireles-Rios Karen Nylund-Gibson Odelia Simon |
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| Institution: | 1. Fielding Graduate University, Office of Institutional Research;2. University of California, Santa Barbara Department of Education |
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| Abstract: | The purpose of this study is to explore the relationship between various protective factors with academic outcomes of Latina/o high school students. We use two groups of protective influences, individual and family, and their relationship to 12th grade mathematics achievement, dropout rates, and enrollment in post-secondary education. Latent class analysis was used to identify academic protective profiles, or latent groups/classes, among high school Latina/o students (N?=?1610) and assess group differences with respect to gender, SES, immigrant status, student’s native language, preschool attendance, and 10th grade mathematics. Results indicated the presence of four academic protective groups, which differed with respect to academic discussions with parents, and attitudes about mathematics. The four classes are compared with respect to academic outcomes and differences are discussed as well as implications for practice. |
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