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Emigration and Schooling among Second-Generation Mexican-American Children
Michael S Rendall1, Berna M Torr
1RAND.
The International Migration Review
|May 21, 2010
Summary
Approximately 10% of second-generation Mexican-American children live in Mexico during childhood. Their schooling enrollment rates are significantly lower in Mexico, highlighting the impact of country of residence on educational outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Education
- Migration Studies
Background:
- Investigates the migration patterns of second-generation Mexican-American children between the U.S. and Mexico.
- Examines the schooling experiences of these children during their time in Mexico.
- Highlights the unique demographic of second-generation Mexican-American children with cross-border childhoods.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence and patterns of childhood migration and return among second-generation Mexican-American children.
- To analyze the consequences of this migration on their educational enrollment and outcomes.
- To understand the role of country of residence versus migrant status in shaping schooling.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of migration patterns and return trends during childhood.
- Comparison of school enrollment rates between children in Mexico and those remaining in the U.S.
- Assessment of selection effects related to emigration.
Main Results:
- About 10% of second-generation Mexican-American children spend part of their childhood in Mexico.
- Children migrating to Mexico show significantly lower school enrollment rates compared to peers in the U.S.
- Lower enrollment is not explained by negative selection into emigration.
Conclusions:
- Country of residence is a more critical factor for schooling outcomes than migrant status.
- Second-generation Mexican-American children should be considered part of the cohort regardless of temporary residence in Mexico.
- Policy and support systems should acknowledge the impact of residing in Mexico on educational trajectories.
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