Research questions:
How have the function and formations of families changed for young Vietnamese compared to their parents and grandparents? What kinds of differences in education and work patterns of younger generations can be seen?
Table of Contents
1 Introduction to generational change
2 Context of the Research Question
2.1 Vietnamese families, gender and development
2.2 Education system, work patterns and poverty
3 Methodology
3.1 Women in Tra Que as sample of the research
3.2 Dimensions of generational change
3.3 Reflections facing divers cultural backgrounds
4 Empirical findings to generational change in Vietnam
4.1 Formation and function of families, gender role
4.2 Generational differences in education and work patterns
5 Concluding remarks to the generational change in Vietnam
Reference Sections
Literature
Internet sources
Appendix
Interview guideline
Genograms of the families of the respondents
Research Objectives & Topics
The study examines the demographic transition in Vietnam from a female perspective, focusing on how family functions and education/work patterns have shifted across three generations in a rural, low-income setting.
- Analysis of intergenerational family dynamics and social roles.
- Evaluation of education and its impact on career mobility and modernization.
- Assessment of the transmission of poverty and changing socioeconomic aspirations.
- Comparison of qualitative fieldwork findings with macro-level survey data.
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3.1 Women in Tra Que as sample of the research
In this chapter, the sampling procedure, but also the samples are described. To analyze the generational change in Vietnam from a female point of view, the focus group is clearly defined as low income woman, living in rural areas. This definition goes along with a cover of multiple common disadvantages on the subject of the financial situation of the household, gender and living area. Additionally, the focus group covers three different family generations (grandmothers, mothers and daughters3). The idea to use a small sample of nine respondents that are characterized by multiple common disadvantages is to demonstrate the following things much more detailed: the changes of the family’s function, in family formation as well as the differences in education and work patterns compared to other generations.
In Vietnam, low income respondents living in rural areas are working chiefly in agriculture. This is also united with the expectation of focusing on traditional families, where it is possible to uncover stereotypes plus homogeneity of attitudes with a small sample. Furthermore, there was a defined age span of the third and youngest generation: they should be between 18 and 25 years old at the time of interviewing, otherwise it will be necessary to adapt the interview guideline.
The first and finally also the most practicable idea was searching for the respondents in Tra Que Village. It is in the central Quang Nam Province’s Cam Ha Commune, near Hoi An. According to Vietnam Industry & Trade Information Center (2006), the Tra Que Village has existed for at least 500 years and grows quite a lot of vegetables and herbs principally savoury as its most famous product. At the moment, Tra Que vegetables are sold to many restaurants and hotels in Hoi An, Da Nang, and Hanoi. Approximately 131 farming families are living in the village. Besides savoury, also cabbage, colza or rape, celery, kohlrabi, and herbs are grown in Tra Que. With time, the inhabitants implement a second main pillar: tourism. Because of unique features, the village has become an attractive destination for tourists, especially for foreigners. With a steady income from both farming and tourism, the villagers’ living standard has improved extensively over the last years.
Summary of Chapters
1 Introduction to generational change: Defines the research scope regarding demographic transition and socialization in the context of Vietnamese societal progress.
2 Context of the Research Question: Explores theoretical background on gender, family structure, the Vietnamese education system, and the socioeconomic challenges of poverty.
3 Methodology: Details the mixed-methods approach, the selection of the Tra Que sample, and the reflections on the ethnographic interview setting.
4 Empirical findings to generational change in Vietnam: Presents and analyzes data on changing family roles, education attainment, and evolving labor market preferences across three generations.
5 Concluding remarks to the generational change in Vietnam: Synthesizes the empirical findings and discusses the significant shift in educational attainment and career aspirations among the youngest generation.
Keywords
Vietnam, Generational Change, Socialization, Family Structure, Gender Roles, Education, Poverty, Rural Development, Tra Que, Intergenerational Transmission, Demographic Transition, Women Empowerment, Work Patterns, Agriculture, Modernity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The paper explores the generational shift in Vietnam, specifically focusing on how women in low-income rural families experience changes in education, social roles, and work patterns.
What are the central thematic areas?
Key areas include family function and formation, the impact of education on modernization, the "double burden" of women, and the intergenerational transmission of poverty.
What is the main research question?
The study asks how family function and formation have changed for younger generations compared to their ancestors, and what specific differences exist regarding education and work opportunities.
Which scientific methodology is applied?
The author employs a mixed-methods design, combining semi-structured interviews of three generations of women in Tra Que village with quantitative data from the World Values Survey for comparative analysis.
What does the main body cover?
It provides an in-depth analysis of family socialization, the role of education in breaking traditional work patterns, and a discussion of the challenges faced by rural households.
Which keywords characterize this work?
The core concepts include generational change, socialization, gender equality, rural poverty, and the shifting economic landscape of Vietnam.
How does the educational level change across the studied generations?
The research finds a significant increase in education, with all respondents of the youngest generation having attained a university degree, in contrast to their grandmothers who often lacked formal schooling.
What role does Tra Que village play in the study?
Tra Que serves as the primary fieldwork site, offering a unique setting where both traditional agriculture and emerging tourism coexist, allowing for a nuanced look at modernization.
Does the family function change in the study?
Surprisingly, the study finds that while education and professional aspirations have changed, fundamental family values and structure remain relatively stable, suggesting a persistent reliance on family units.
- Citar trabajo
- Antje Reichert (Autor), 2011, Generational Change in Vietnam from Female Point of View, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/183613
