The article discusses a policy trend for stronger coordination between K-12 and postsecondary education levels. Using Texas as an illustrative case, remedying Latino underrepresentation in college is described as a rationale for enacting cross-walks between K-12 and higher education. The author concludes that the work and training of postsecondary educators must evolve to incorporate a K-16 mind-set training. Doing so would better position educators to work closely with schools and families to improve college access and success.
n: Este manuscrito discute una tendencia para establecer una política de coordinación fuerte entre K-12 y los niveles de educación superior. Usando a Texas como un ejemplo, cambiar la poca representación en la universidad de estudiantes Latinos se describe como un razonamiento para realizar el cruce de caminos entre K-12 y la educación superior. El autor concluye que el trabajo de educadores de educación superior debe evolucionar e incorporar un entrenamiento inclusivo de K-16. El hacer esto ayudará a los educadores a trabajar cercanamente con escuelas y familias a mejorar acceso y éxito universitario.
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