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Spirituality And Academic Success: Perceptions Of Black Males In The Community College, J. Luke Wood
Spirituality And Academic Success: Perceptions Of Black Males In The Community College, J. Luke Wood
J. Luke Wood
This article presents findings from a qualitative study of academic success factors affecting African American male students in the community college. In-depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 28 African American male students at a Southwestern community college. Findings illustrated that spirituality was a positive factor affecting academic success for some participants. Students responses indicated several ways in which their academic success was supported: (1) spirituality served as a confidant, an entity with whom students could dialogue about issues; (2) spirituality served as inspiration for excellence, the pursuit of which was espoused as an important religious virtue; (3) spirituality provided life …
Black Male Collegians In Public Two-Year Colleges: Student Perspectives On The Effect Of Employment On Academic Success., J. Luke Wood, Phd
Black Male Collegians In Public Two-Year Colleges: Student Perspectives On The Effect Of Employment On Academic Success., J. Luke Wood, Phd
J. Luke Wood, PhD
No abstract provided.
Developing Successful Black Male Initiatives, J. Luke Wood, Phd
Developing Successful Black Male Initiatives, J. Luke Wood, Phd
J. Luke Wood, PhD
No abstract provided.
Falling Through The Cracks: An Early Warning System Can Help Keep Black Males On The Community College Campus, J. Luke Wood, Phd
Falling Through The Cracks: An Early Warning System Can Help Keep Black Males On The Community College Campus, J. Luke Wood, Phd
J. Luke Wood, PhD
No abstract provided.
Leaving The 2-Year College: Predictors Of Black Male Collegian Departure, J. Luke Wood, Phd
Leaving The 2-Year College: Predictors Of Black Male Collegian Departure, J. Luke Wood, Phd
J. Luke Wood, PhD
No abstract provided.
African American Male Collegians: Race, Class And Gender Revealed, Fred A. Bonner Ii, Dave A. Louis, Chance W. Lewis
African American Male Collegians: Race, Class And Gender Revealed, Fred A. Bonner Ii, Dave A. Louis, Chance W. Lewis
Fred A Bonner II
This chapter focuses on the gifted poor - particularly academically gifted African American male collegians who come from poverty. Topics of discussions will include critical issues ranging from family influence and identity development to environmental incongruence and culturally specific mentoring.
African American High School Males’ Perceptions Of Academically Rigorous Programs, Identity, And Spirituality, Sharon Michael-Chadwell, Fred A. Bonner Ii, Dave A. Louis
African American High School Males’ Perceptions Of Academically Rigorous Programs, Identity, And Spirituality, Sharon Michael-Chadwell, Fred A. Bonner Ii, Dave A. Louis
Fred A Bonner II
This study explored the perceptions of African American high school males regarding their experiences in academically rigorous programs. A specific investigation as to how this cohort defined giftedness or academic success is underscored along with their perceptions of factors they identified as hindrances to their academic success subsequent to their graduation from high school. The study also focuses on the implications for this cohort participating in gifted programming, given the intensity of these academic engagements. In many instances, spirituality and religiosity are two enduring and salient aspects of African American culture that have in many ways influenced identity development; these …
African American High School Males’ Perceptions Of Academically Rigorous Programs, Identity, And Spirituality, Sharon Michael-Chadwell, Fred A. Bonner Ii, Dave A. Louis
African American High School Males’ Perceptions Of Academically Rigorous Programs, Identity, And Spirituality, Sharon Michael-Chadwell, Fred A. Bonner Ii, Dave A. Louis
Dave A Louis
No abstract provided.
College Males: Keeping Them Engaged On Your Campus, Jason A. Laker
College Males: Keeping Them Engaged On Your Campus, Jason A. Laker
Jason Laker
No abstract available.