ABSTRACT
The third largest group among Asian Americans, Indian Americans, who trace their lineage to the territory now within the borders of the Republic of India, are not a monolithic population but can be identified as Generations 1, 1.5, 2A, and 2B. Though tagged with the model minority myth, each generation’s social and educational experiences are significantly different, with a profound impact on their responses to schooling, teachers, and peers. Teachers, principals and other educational personnel need to understand the varying academic and social-emotional needs of Indian American students if they are to serve them effectively.
