Carina Mood and Jan O. Jonsson delve into the educational opportunities and achievements of youth with immigrant backgrounds in their recently published report commissioned by ESO.
Contrary to popular belief, the report finds that many children and young adults with immigrant backgrounds excel academically. The research highlights the significant impact of various factors on their educational outcomes, including the age at immigration. The researchers emphasize the need to approach policies and analysis from a perspective that recognizes the heterogeneity of this group, enabling targeted interventions to support those at the highest risk of academic difficulties.
Moreover, the report showcases the determination and high ambitions of these young individuals, who often display exceptional dedication to their studies. However, it also sheds light on the particular struggles faced by those who immigrated at a later stage in their lives, with the defined age range of 9-15 years being especially critical.
The findings call for a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and strengths of youth with immigrant backgrounds, enabling tailored interventions to maximize their educational success. Interested readers are invited to explore the full report for a deeper insight into this topic.
A presentation of the report as well as a discussion of the findings is available at SVT Forum (in Swedish). There is also a presentation of the findings aimed at a general audience available in Swedish on UR Play.
In addition to the report, we are pleased to share media coverage that has captured the attention and interest of the public. These news articles, interviews, and features provide a platform for further discussion and exploration of the findings and implications of our research.
DN Debatt. ”Unga med utländsk bakgrund siktar högre”
Göteborgs Posten. Bilden av invandrarlandet Sverige är för ensidig
SvD. Glöm inte den skötsamma majoriteten
Sundsvalls Tidning. Höga ambitioner bland unga med utländsk bakgrund
Folkbladet. Skola och jämlikhet svartmålas på orättvisa grunder
Nyhetsbyrån Järva. Unga med utländsk bakgrund satsar högre
Vi Lärare. Forskning om ”invandrareleven” talar emot fördomar