Arab American Youth: Discrimination, Development, and Educational Practice and Policy

This book examines the implications of discrimination in Arab American youth with a focus on K-12 school systems. It provides an overview of historical contributions of discrimination and the history of discrimination against Arabs in America, including the education system. It also presents relevant theoretical perspectives regarding discrimination and developmental processes. The book examines research specific to Arab American youth, identifies research limitations, and provides strategies on how to strengthen methodological approaches to better inform research, practice, and policy. It concludes by offering strategies for improving educational practice and policy and recommendations for interventions designed to enhance developmental health of Arab American youth in schools.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 185 pages
Publication date: 29 March 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the profound implications of discrimination experienced by Arab American youth within the K-12 school systems. It begins by introducing the unique perspectives and experiences of Arab American youth, shedding light on their challenges and successes within the education system. The book then provides a comprehensive overview of the historical contributions of discrimination and the history of discrimination against Arabs in America, including the education system. It explores relevant theoretical perspectives on discrimination and developmental processes, offering valuable insights into the mechanisms underlying these issues.

The book conducts a thorough examination of research specifically focused on Arab American youth, identifying key findings and areas for improvement. It also highlights research limitations and proposes strategies to enhance methodological approaches, ensuring more accurate and informative research outcomes.

In conclusion, this book offers valuable strategies for improving educational practice and policy, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the developmental health of Arab American youth in schools. Key areas of coverage include Arab American youth, development, and discrimination in America, as well as the discrimination experienced by Arab American youth in the K-12 educational system. The book is a valuable resource for practitioners, researchers, educators, and related professionals, as well as graduate students in school psychology, educational psychology, education, and related disciplines.

Dr. Tabbah's book is a timely and important contribution to the field, as it provides a blueprint for moving forward in education and policy development that can have transformative effects on Arab American youth. The insights and recommendations offered in this book are grounded in rigorous research and practical experience, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to better understand and address the challenges faced by this community.

In the words of Professor Antoinette Miranda of The Ohio State University, "This book is a valuable contribution given the nascent literature on the experiences of Arab-American youth. Dr. Tabbah has written a book that is well overdue, providing a blueprint for moving forward in education as well as in policy development that can be transformative for Arab-American youth."

Weight: 320g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030668068
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020