Date of Award
Spring 2022
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
College of Education, Department of Teacher Education
First Advisor
Sung Park-Johnson, PhD
Second Advisor
Amy Clark, PhD
Abstract
An increasing number of children in early childhood education (ECE) are Latinx. Drawing on ethnic identity, culture, and language, this thesis describes the dichotomy between adherences to one’s ethnic identity and assimilation into the dominant societal culture. This paper describes how assimilation harms students and provokes negative implications such as identity loss, confusion, and loss of cultural ties. Dismantling the dichotomy is possible through the power of language, culture, and strengthening teacher-parent relationships.
Recommended Citation
Olvera, Rocio J., "Dismantling the Dichotomy: Latinx Identity and Assimilation in Early Childhood Education" (2022). College of Education Theses and Dissertations. 227.
https://via.library.depaul.edu/soe_etd/227