Americanization Programs in Mexican-Origin Communities

The goals of Americanization programs were to promote so-called civilization and included subjects like English, nutrition, child rearing, hygiene, homemaking, and sewing.

The Americanization programs were often aimed specifically at Mexican girls.

The acquisition of English-language skills was seen as the central aspect of Americanization.

<p>Some educators believed that Mexican children's learning would be retarded until their use of Spanish had been completely eradicated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some educators throughout the Southwest equated language with culture.</p> Signup and view all the answers