The Advancements of African-Americans in Education (1980-2009). Causes and Assessment

Research Paper (undergraduate) , 2009 , 37 Pages , Grade: 13/20

History - America

With regard to the problem statement of our topic, we would like to make it clear that the issue of race in America is highly debated in this paper. America is both a multicultural and multiracial nation, among which are African-Americans. First, it is important to note that African-Americans generally lived in a hostile environment vis-à-vis the vast majority of Whites who do not facilitate things for Blacks. Indeed, it seems that Whites were dramatically hostile to Blacks; this had been the case since the abolition of slavery.
The question is: how come that Whites are so harmful to Blacks? As we speak about the advancements of African-Americans in education, cinema, economy and politics, this question points out another question, are Whites afraid of black competition?
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Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• INTRODUCTION
• CHAPTER 1 - MEASURES TAKEN TO FORWARD BLACK EDUCATION
  • The Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965
  • The Higher Education Act of 1965 and Affirmative Action
  • The Higher Education Amendments Act of 1965
• CHAPTER 2 - THREATS TO BLACK EDUCATION
  • School Segregation
  • Reagan's Measures to Foster Educational Segregation
• CHAPTER 3 - EFFORTS TO HALT DISCRIMINATION IN EDUCATION AND INTEGRATION
  • Halting Discrimination
  • Integration
• CHAPTER 4 - BLACKS IN HIGHER EDUCATION
  • College Participation Rate Compared to Other Racial Groups and Access to Higher Education
  • Today's Black Colleges and Universities

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This research paper aims to analyze the advancements of African Americans in education, cinema, economy, and politics from 1980 to 2009. It explores the factors that have contributed to these advancements, while also examining the challenges and setbacks faced by the Black community. The paper uses a historical lens to understand the context of these advancements and their significance in the broader struggle for racial equality.

• The impact of key legislation and policies on Black education
• The persistent challenges of school segregation and discrimination in education
• The growth and evolution of Black representation in the political sphere
• The role of Black filmmakers and artists in challenging racial stereotypes and promoting Black identity
• The economic advancements of Black Americans and the persistent inequalities they face.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Chapter 1 - Measures Taken to Forward Black Education: This chapter examines key legislation and policies that aimed to improve Black educational opportunities, including the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 and the Higher Education Act of 1965. The chapter analyzes the impact of these measures and their limitations.
• Chapter 2 - Threats to Black Education: This chapter focuses on the persistent challenges facing Black education, including the issue of school segregation and the policies implemented by the Reagan administration that furthered segregation. It highlights the detrimental effects of these policies on Black students and communities.
• Chapter 3 - Efforts to Halt Discrimination in Education and Integration: This chapter explores the ongoing struggle against discrimination in education and the efforts towards integration. It examines strategies and movements that sought to dismantle discriminatory policies and create more equitable access to education for Black students.
• Chapter 4 - Blacks in Higher Education: This chapter delves into the participation rates of Black students in higher education, comparing their experiences to other racial groups. It analyzes the role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in providing opportunities and contributing to the advancement of Black scholars and professionals.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This work focuses on the key concepts of Black education, racial equality, integration, civil rights, school segregation, affirmative action, Black representation in politics, Black cinema, Blaxploitation, and the economic advancement of African Americans.

• Course: Rapport de Licence
• Grade: 13/20
• Author: Dr. Jean Cédric Obame Emane (Author)
• Publication Year: 2009
• Pages: 37
• Catalog Number: V441312
• ISBN (eBook): 9783668802643
• ISBN (Book): 9783668802650
• Language: English
• Tags: advancements, african-americans, education, causes, assessment