College-Ready: Preparing Black and Latina/O Youth for Higher Education--A Culturally Relevant Approach

by Michelle G. Knight and Michelle G. Knight-Manuel

Book Overview

This book will support teachers, counselors, and administrators in creating a culturally relevant, school-wide, college-going culture to improve educational experiences and outcomes for Black and Latina/o youth. The authors present the perspectives and experiences of 25 students, focusing on the complexities of their daily lives and illuminating some of the significant influences that have supported or hindered their college readiness and access...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0807754129
• ISBN13: 9780807754122
• Release Date: March 2013
• Publisher: Teachers College Press
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.0"