Abstract
This paper explores the literature to identify the environmentals factors the trigger the student's feeling of alienation caused by acculturative stress, and discover the strategies, which instructors should use to remove these issues. Although the paper focuses primarily on Hispanic students, other racial and ethnic groups are investigated. The author concludes that acculturative stress is associated with the feeling of estrangement although it is not clear, which episodes within the classroom environments provoke such feelings. The paper also stresses the need for such research and suggests a methodology.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Acculturation in Various Racial and Ethnic Groups
Acculturative Stress and Educational Needs of Hispanic Students
Conclusion
Methodology

From the Paper
"As for Hispanic immigrants, they adjust to American culture in order to participate in the social network around them, establish and maintain friendly, relaxed and close relationships with the members of the host culture and primarily feel emotional fulfillment with the positive interpersonal experience.
"A number of scholars describe American culture as individualistic, whereas migrants normally come from the countries with higher level of collectivism, which points to the similarity in acculturation frameworks among African, Asian and Hispanic migrants."

Tags:somatization, guest culture, international students, age groups, questionnaires

Abstract
A paper on the topic of acculturation. The paper explores what acculturation is as well as some of the current trends in this field.

Tags:acculturation

Abstract
The paper relates that in 2007 alone there were 429,649 legal immigrants to Canada, representing the largest immigration in the history of the country ("Canada", 2008, sec. 1). The paper explains that one of the primary reasons for the increase in immigration to Canada is the need for those with special work skills that industry is calling for at the present time ("Canada", 2008, sec. 1). Yet, the paper discusses how this mass immigration causes concerns for immigrants because of the issues that immigrant groups face as they exist within the dominant culture and begin to function within society. The paper explains that this is because of the differences in cultural norms that may cause conflict for cultural groups or individuals making immigration a difficult task. For this reason, the paper concentrates on the concern of acculturation for immigrants to Canada and the issues that acculturation poses for these groups. It is contended that acculturation is different for each group, depending on the ties that the individual has with the culture and the interactions that the person has throughout society.

Tags:canada, immigrant, culture

Abstract
The paper discusses how the power of language and culture reinforces an individual's choice to either assimilate or acculturate into American society. The paper explains that in the case of the multiethnic population specifically, a struggle between assimilation and acculturation determines the course of integration. The paper argues that the need for social support structures is vital in helping immigrants and their children foster an easier transition into American culture; these social support structures can also help others become more culturally sensitive.

From the Paper
"The power of language and culture reinforces an individual's choice to either assimilate or acculturate into American society. In the case of the multiethnic population, specifically, a struggle between assimilation and acculturation determines the course of integration. The need for social support structures is vital in helping immigrants and their children foster an easier transition into American culture; these social support structures can also help others become more culturally sensitive. In Jhumpa Lahiri's "The Namesake" and John Okada's "No-No Boy", the male protagonists fail to integrate within American society due to two extremes..."

Tags:asian american, asian indian american, ethnic cultures

Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to explore the literature on acculturation and assimilation as it relates to the school system and the successful coping of educational, family and social factors of the Latino population in the school system. Important factors examined are the perception of the school system by the Latino family, specifically in the disciplinary transfer students of middle school age.
Outline
U.S. Census on Foreign Born Americans
The Case of the Padilla Family
Facilitation of Acculturation
Implications for Teachers and Counselors
Group Interventions
Cuento Therapy

From the Paper
"According to the U.S. Census Bureau one in every five children under the age of eighteen years old is an immigrant or the child of an immigrant. Further the estimates are that between the years of 1999 and 2050 that the number of Americans that are foreign-born will climb from 26 million to 53.8 million. It has been shown through research that parental involvement is an important and key factor in raising the level of academic achievement of the children in schools. Further, research has shown that minority parents or disadvantaged parents are less likely to become involved in the education of their children."

Tags:cuento, therapy, foreign

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This paper examines how John Schumann's acculturation model, which is centered on the metaphor of distance, provides a possible explanation for why people that live in North America for many decades, speak only minimal English.

Tags:communicate, esl, sla

Abstract
This paper explores literature on acculturation and assimilation as it relates to the school system. The paper examines the successful coping of educational, family, and social factors of the Latino population in the school system. The paper contends that important factors are the perception of the school system by the Latino family, specifically in disciplinary issues with students of middle school age.

From the Paper
"The perspective of the teacher and school in their role of educating the Latino student is a role that must be cognizant to the fact that: "Learning does not take place in a social vacuum. It takes place in a social, political, and psychological contest". Empowering Families through Literacy, Arlington's program focuses toward, some of the challenges in the education, of the poor Latino children from families with inadequate literacy in relation to skills and knowledge. This program educates the parents in reading and writing while, at the same time, educating their children in reading."

Tags:school, social, education

Abstract
This paper briefly defines these two concepts and examines how they apply to the societies of Mexico, Brazil, Bolivia, and the Dominican Republic. The writer defines acculturation as the process by which a culture is transformed due to massive adoption of cultural traits from another society. Transculturation is defined as a mutual sharing of cultures.

From the Paper
"Perhaps one of the most clear-cut examples of transculturation is that of Mexican culture. This culture evolved from the pairing of Spanish settlers and the native inhabitants of present day Mexico, particularly the Mayas and the Aztecs. Unlike many other attempts at European colonization, the Spanish settlements in Mexico did not (at least in the long run) attempt to "filter out" native culture ("Mexico"). Instead, the culture of the original inhabitants were embraced, and likewise, so was that of their European counterparts ("Mexico"). The match resulted in a very unique identity that we know today as "Mexican." "

Tags:colony, mexican, culture, trait

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The paper offers a summary of two and their findings: "An Empirical Investigation of Acculturative Stress and Ethnic Identity as Moderators for Depression and Suicidal Ideation in College Students" by Walker et. al. and "Suicide and Depression Among College Students: A Decade Later" by Furr et.al. The paper shows how Walker et. al.'s article dealt primarily with the demographic of college students and the subjective feelings of the students in regards to depression and suicidal thoughts while Furr et.al.'s article focused instead upon how ethnic identity in the African-American community influences depression and suicidal thoughts. The paper points out that the sample size of each study are for the most part insufficient. The paper concludes that it is abundantly clear that feelings of hopelessness and loneliness are universal motivators of depression and often cited as the causes for suicidal thoughts, and should the subject be African Americans, the issue of ethnic identity also comes into play.

Outline:
Article #1
Introduction
The Study and Findings
Article #2
Introduction
The Study and Findings
Comparative Conclusion

From the Paper
"The purpose of this particular article was to determine whether or not suicidal thoughts and depression are increasing amongst the college/university student population as it relates to self-assessed depression. As a result of their study 53% of their sample had at one time or another been depressed, with 9% having considered suicide. (Furr et al 97) These numbers are significant, however upon exploration of the study itself are best understood. College students are a growing population within the US as higher education becomes more and more important, and given the multitude of American youth going through the experience, it is important to understand how it affects their mental health, and to the extreme, influences suicidal thoughts and attempts."

Tags:mental, health, adolescents, alienation

From the Paper
"Research Proposal:
Acculturation of Iranians in America
Background of the Problem
The United States has been variously characterized as either a "melting pot" or a society that reflects cultural pluralism (Hess, Markson, & Stein, 1990). The "melting pot" model suggests that differences among groups are "melted down" over time and cease to exist, creating a social system of a high degree of homogeneity. In the model of cultural pluralism, it is proposed that the special contributions of immigrant groups and cultures add to the diversity and vitality of American cultural life (Hess, Markson, & Stein, 1990). Cultural pluralism implies an acceptance of differences in relatively personal matters such as food, family, religious rituals, and community associations. Further..."