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A Comparative Content Analysis Of African American And Caucasian Role Portrayals In Broadcast Television Entertainment Programming, Scott Evan Burke
A Comparative Content Analysis Of African American And Caucasian Role Portrayals In Broadcast Television Entertainment Programming, Scott Evan Burke
Wayne State University Dissertations
This study examines the nature and number of character portrayals in broadcast entertainment programming. More specifically, the portrayals of African American characters are examined and compared to Caucasian portrayals. The goal of this study is to determine what, if any, stereotypes may still be prevalent on broadcast television and if there are any discrepancies between portrayals of African American and Caucasian characters.
A content analysis methodology was utilized to code 577 character occurrences from broadcast television entertainment programs popular with African Americans and Caucasian audiences. Each character occurrence was evaluated using thirty-two schematic differential items with regard to portrayal attributes, …
The Effect Of Arab American Parental Involvement In School-Based And Home-Based Activities That Support The Academic Performance Of Their Children During The Elementary School Years, Rola Bazzi-Gates
Wayne State University Dissertations
Parental involvement can have significant impacts on student academic performance during elementary school years. The current study intended to examine the importance and effect of Arab American parental involvement in the success of their students during their elementary years. The study also provided information about the resources that allow parents to be involved at their children’s schooling, and the barriers that prevent them from being involved and participate as much as they would like in their children’s schooling.
The present research applied appropriate approach, principles, and findings. This research examined the effect of Arab American immigrant parental involvement and participation …