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Experiencing the Hispanic Culture, 2007.
A personal description of a cultural immersion experience with the Hispanic culture.
2,088 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 65.95
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The writer describes how he/she spent time over a several week period with two Hispanic families and attended several of the functions that are associated with the Hispanic culture; a family event, a church event and a cultural event. The writer reveals that while Americans pride themselves on privacy and personal space, the Hispanic population is connected by the togetherness and crowded conditions that they purposely set up. The writer concludes that the Hispanic culture is about love, celebration and enjoyment of life and asserts that many of us could learn from this.
Outline:
Introduction
The Experience
The Festival
Church
Conclusion
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"Anyone who watches the news is aware that the Hispanic population in America has grown to be the largest minority in the country. Every store has signs written in Spanish and English, every food item has instructions in both languages and there are several Hispanic radio and television broadcasts on at all times. There is no denying that the blending of the two cultures is inevitable and it is an exciting prospect."
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Blauner's Hypothesis and the Hispanic Culture, 2005.
This paper examines the Hispanic culture in the United States and discusses Richard Blauner's hypothesis in this regard.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses the hypothesis of Richard Blauner as it relates to the Hispanic culture in the United States. It discusses the ideas of immigrants and colonization and their effects on the races that exist in America. It further demonstrates that Blauner's ideas are still relevant in the social make-up of the US, and that his theories can be applied to the hindrances placed on the races within the country.
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"Most Hispanics residing within the United States have voluntarily immigrated into American society. Therefore, according to Richard Blauner, these individuals will possess a greater chance of survival because they are capable of offering knowledge and skills to the societal order. Blauner states that, when this is the case, immigrants are better equipped to meet Americans on an equal societal footing. This is in opposition to races that are considered colonized. Colonized groups are those that came into this country by force, and are, therefore, socially considered less than equal to the average American. These concepts of social standing are ingrained into the social structure, and regardless of the changes in a group's willingness to arrive in this country voluntarily in later years, society maintains the concept of the race by reflecting on their origins in this country."
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Hispanic Culture and Education, 2003.
Discusses the effects of Hispanic culture on California public education.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper discusses the effects of Hispanic culture on Southern California public education and ways a classroom teacher can accommodate language. It argues that although official bilingual programs are a thing of the past, educators must focus on this growing minority group.
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"According to the U S Bureau of the Census there are million persons of Hispanic or Spanish origin in the U S representing about ..."
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Hispanic American Cultural Diversity, 2005.
This paper explains that, since the early 1600s, Hispanic Americans have influenced many aspects of today's American culture such as art, religion and education.
2,320 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 71.95
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This paper relates that Hispanic Americans, also known as Latinos, are residents of the United States who can trace their ancestry to countries in the Western Hemisphere where the Spanish language is spoken. The author points out that the Hispanic American community is a mix of subgroups with roots in various countries of Latin America, such as Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Panama; many Hispanic Americans are uncomfortable with the term Hispanic American and prefer more specific designations, such as Cuban American or Mexican American, which more clearly reflect their community organization. The paper relates that almost every city in the United States has a Mexican, Cuban or other Spanish oriented restaurants from the corner "Taco Bells" to fancy sit-down cafes; Hispanics American culture has been greatly influenced the clothing industry with brightly colored skirts and dresses and all-cotton Mexican shirts popular style for golf-wear.
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"The Spaniards found exotic stories to be very real. They also fed on wild rumors, stories from the Indians and survivors of early expeditions, and the fervid imaginations of explorers on the edge of a strange New World. The possibility of finding cities of gold and gilded kings was given credibility by the conquering feats of Hernan Cortes and Francisco Pizarro. In 1521, Cortes looted the fabulous treasure of the Aztec empire in central Mexico. In 1533, Pizarro vanquished the huge Inca Empire of western South America, centered in what today is Peru, exposing rooms full of gold and silver. These stories not only have become wonderful tales but also have found entry in the United States history books."
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Hispanic American Cultural Diversity, 2002.
An analysis of the cultural impact the Hispanic community has had on American society.
2,322 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses the various contributions and influences of the Hispanic community in the United States. The paper outlines the influx of the Spanish explorers and the defense of the border between the United States and Mexico. The paper also examines the influence of the food, colorful clothing, art and the educational reform that has come about to meet the needs of the Hispanic children in the school system.
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"Hispanic Americans, also known as Latinos, are residents of the United States who can trace their ancestry to countries in the Western Hemisphere where the Spanish language is spoken. People of Hispanic background have lived in the United States since the 17th century. Hispanic Americans are the fastest-growing minority group in the United States. Experts predict that Hispanic Americans will number more than 50 million by the year 2025 (Stavens, 1998). The United States has immigrants from Mexico because of the near proximity of the border, but beginning in the 19th century, the southern United States became a convenient place of refuge for Cubans fleeing political persecution or economic hardship. As early as the 1830?s, there was a significant Cuban colony in Key West, Florida. Later in the century, as Cubans struggled to free themselves from Spanish rule, substantial communities of political exiles arose in Tampa, Florida; New Orleans, Louisiana; and New York City (Firmat 1998: 298)."
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Hispanic Influence on Brazilian Culture, 1990.
This paper discussed the Hispanic influences on Brazilian culture: Historical development, cultural diversity and nationalism.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 31.95
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"The purpose of this paper is to discuss Hispanic influences on Brazilian culture. It may be noted from the outset that Brazil differs from all other Latin American countries in that its predominant cultural influences have been Portuguese as opposed to Spanish. At the same time, Brazil may be characterized as a culturally diverse nation whose influences are as much Indian and African as they are Portuguese. These unique characteristics of Brazilian culture can be seen in the nation's historical development.
Prior to the arrival of Portuguese sailors in the early sixteenth century, Brazil's population consisted entirely of Amerindians who were "concentrated along major rivers and a few strips of fertile coastal land". In the year 1500, Pedro Alvares Cabral, a Portuguese explorer, arrived ... "
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Hispanic California, 2002.
An investigation of the movement to create a Hispanic culture in California from 1542 to 1849.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper explores the two separate colonization initiatives that were undertaken by both Spain and Mexico and assesses how these two countries were unsuccessful in their move to create a Hispanic California. This paper provides an analytical evaluation of these failed attempts in respect to the cultural environment of the time, from the mid- 1600s to 1850.
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Hispanic Assimilation, 2007.
A discussion on how Hispanic women are less likely to learn English and assimilate into American culture than Hispanic men.
836 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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The paper examines how one of the central myths about Hispanic or Latino people in America is that they do not want to learn or speak English. The paper details how this myth has been disproved in many studies and statistical analyses. The paper explores how there is tension between the need and desire for assimilation and acceptance and the simultaneous pull towards the retention of culture and language; and the fear of loss of identity through the process of assimilation. The paper concludes that there is a gradual process of assimilation which is taking place among Hispanic women. However, there is also the pull towards cultural traditions, which has resulted in fewer Hispanic women than men learning English and assimilating into American culture.
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"This also points to the fact that there will a strong tendency to retain cultural language and traditions among many of the Hispanic immigrants. Furthermore, In the U.S., more than 28 million people speak Spanish at home, and about half of these people speak English less than "very well." (Rodriguez, L.) The following is an excerpt from an interview with a Hispanic woman. From a report entitled Hispanic Trends, this interview serves to illustrate the important part that language plays in the retention of culture."
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Latin American Culture in America, 2002.
Looks at the pervasiveness and influence of Latin American culture on American culture.
1,003 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper looks at Hispanic culture and how it has helped shape and mold American culture. The great extent to which Latin American dance, music, and food have become an intrinsic part of the overall American culture is cited as an example of this influence. The paper concludes by suggesting that American culture truly is a blend of cultures from all over the world.
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"America has often been referred to as the great melting pot, a smorgasbord of people with various racial, cultural and ethnic identities and traditions. Tied to this view is the idea that the culture of the American people should be defined as a cornucopia of different cultures melded into one to form a new, hybrid culture. Many different cultures have influenced the overall culture within the United States particularly that of the Latin American people with whom I associate."
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Hispanic Pregnancy, 2005.
Examines cultural practices during pregnancy in Hispanic families.
984 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 34.95
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This paper examines the cultural practices that occur in Hispanic families during pregnancy. There is a large body of evidence that suggests that women of Hispanic descent are more likely to realize positive peri-natal outcomes despite social and economic disadvantages such as poverty during pregnancy. Preliminary research available indicates that this is largely due to familial and community ties which are rich within the Hispanic community. The researcher examines what specific factors related to Hispanic culture can be linked to positive birth outcomes, so that those practices might be harnessed and used by women of all nationalities and cultural origins.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
Conclusion
References
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"Domian (2001) conducted a study which shows that among Hispanic mothers, pregnancy outcomes were more likely to be positive as a result of socialization processes that helped pregnant women and their family members adapt to the changes associated with pregnancy and delivery. Mutual sharing is thought to be a cultural practice that helps reinforce the family structure and encourages positive behaviors during pregnancy."
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Hispanic Parenting, 2008.
A review of the literature on the Hispanic community and the unique parenting conflicts it faces in a new culture.
2,083 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 65.95
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Through a review of relevant literature, this paper discusses how parenting guidelines are particularly beneficial to members of immigrant communities, as these communities face the unenviable task of maintaining old and beloved family traditions while simultaneously borrowing and adapting the methods and practices of the new culture. In particular, the paper examines the immigrant Hispanic community in the US and attempts to prove that a setting down of concrete parenting techniques (communication, conflict resolution, and the like) will benefit this community enormously and help alleviate the tension that arises when two cultures meet. The articles and books reviewed are arranged thematically.
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Summary of Research Problem, Purpose and Thesis
General Books and Studies on Parental Discipline
Books and Studies on Hispanic Parenting Issues and Techniques
Conclusion
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"This compilation of articles (all authored by prominent social scientists) attempts to arrive at an understanding of the mammoth topic of Hispanic psychology. Some of the topics are irrelevant to the thesis, but the studies in part one are crucial, as they (like Vasquez' study) study the process of Hispanic acculturation. Buriel and Rueschenberg's "Mexican American Family Functioning and Acculturation: A Family Systems Perspective" is particularly useful here, as the article, through a series of case studies, analyzes the internal structure of the Mexican family and its interactions with the new culture. Like Vasquez, the two authors conclude that success at acculturation is directly related to the functioning of the Hispanic family. "
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Parenting Guidelines for the Hispanic Community, 2008.
A discussion of parenting guidelines for the Hispanic community in America.
5,590 words (approx. 22.4 pages), 26 sources, APA, $ 135.95
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This paper discusses parenting guidelines for the Hispanic community in the United States. The paper explains that the success of any set of parenting guidelines for a particular ethnic group hinges on the author's ability to take on an ethnic-sensitive approach that incorporates the group's specific traditions, culture, religion, and experiences with the new and daunting culture. This paper then attempts to prove that a setting down of concrete parenting techniques (communication, conflict resolution, and the like) must take into account the specific experiences of the Hispanic community in the United States. The paper explains that, in order to prove the validity of this assertion, it is necessary to point to and elaborate on the conflicts that characterize this community. The paper also points out that these conflicts include the traumas of immigration and racism, the unique structure and role of the Hispanic family, and the Hispanic family's role in the acculturation process. The paper then reviews the relevant literature on the topic. In conclusion the paper shows that the ultimate goal of this research is to enlighten both immigrants and American born individuals to the real and perceived experiences those from other countries go through, as they attempt to raise their families in a sometimes stressful and uncomfortable climate. A revised outline for the paper is included with this document.
Outline:
Introduction: Summary of Purpose and Thesis
Racism and the Trauma of Immigration
Acculturation
The Structure and Function of the Hispanic Family
Conclusion
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"The United States, with its fondness for the oft-quoted "bootstrap mentality," often discourages immigrants from dwelling on troubled pasts or inherited traumas. It is hardly shocking to read that immigrant groups (particularly those from non-European countries) encounter racism upon arrival in the United States, but Hispanics, with the large number of the immigrants from Spanish-speaking countries, experience discrimination of considerable magnitude. In their Latinos and Education, Darder, Torres, and Gutierrez argue that Hispanic students, before they even enter their first American classrooms, internalize the racism that seems to blossom in highly industrial countries."
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Hispanic Women and Religion, 2007.
This paper looks at the different ways in which religion plays a part in Hispanic society, particularly among the women.
943 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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In this article, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the topic of Hispanic society and religion. Specifically, it discusses the various ways religion plays an active role in Hispanic society and the molding of women within the society. The writer notes that religion, specifically the Catholic religion, is a vital part for many in Hispanic society, and it has been for centuries. Further, the writer points out that religion plays an active role in Hispanic society by offering not only hope and faith for its members, but social opportunities for interaction, support, and comfort during times of need. The writer maintains that the Church plays a significant role in the fabric of Hispanic life, and without it, Hispanic society would crumble - they rely too much on the spiritual authority and guidance of the Church to help them through their daily lives. The writer concludes that they might take on another religion, but in their souls, most Hispanics will always hold the Catholic philosophy as their own to guide their way of life and their faith.
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"First, it has been the religion of Latin America for centuries, since the Spanish Conquistadors first conquered Mexico in the late 1400s. Second, because the Church is organized on a parish system, the Church has locations throughout the Hispanic community neighborhoods, making it more accessible to the people in different Latino neighborhoods throughout larger communities. Puerto Rico is home to the oldest Catholic diocese in the New World, and today, there are nearly 3.5 million practicing Catholics in the country. Most homes contain a crucifix and other religious items, and religious festivals and observances are the backbone of culture and society in the country."
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Hispanic American Theater in America, 2002.
Looks at the history and future of Hispanic American Theater and discusses prominent Hispanic theater groups and artists in the U.S.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper examines and analyzes Hispanic American theater and drama in the United States today. Prominent theater groups and artists are discussed, and the paper concludes with a discussion of the history and future of Hispanic American Theater.
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The U.S. Hispanic Community, 2007.
This paper prevents a review of the literature that looks at the Hispanic population and their lack of access to mental health services.
3,545 words (approx. 14.2 pages), 24 sources, APA, $ 99.95
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This paper explains that, as the largest growing minority group, it is essential that America's mental health experts identify the needs and implement programs, which will help Hispanic people gain access to mental health services and increase the likelihood that these services will be used. The author points out that the Hispanic population can experience some acculturation stress, which may result in a more difficult time seeking mental health services. The paper reveals that the main problems are associated with cultural and linguistic differences with counselors; however, Hispanics who had Hispanic, Spanish-speaking counselors were more likely to complete treatment. The paper includes several long quotations.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Acculturation
Identifying the Needs of the Hispanic Population
Problems and Limitations for Hispanics to Access Mental Health Services
Recommendations
Discussion and Conclusions
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"Indeed, there are certain problems and limitations associated with mental health services and Hispanic access. According to Arellano (2004) the Surgeon General has reported that culture plays a significant role in administering mental health services to minority groups. The article explains that cultural factors tend to have an impact on all aspects of psychological health and illness. In addition, culture impacts how and whether individuals seek help, types of social supports and survival skills they utilize, types of help they seek, the shame attached to seeking psychological services, and, the definitions people correlate with their psychological problems."
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