Download or read book The Factors that Contribute to Academic Achievement for African American Males in Rural Alabama written by Ann Shakespeare and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The research findings revealed compelling evidence that a range of personal, emotional, family, environmental and school factors contribute to academic success among African-American males. The major findings of this study conducted in rural South Alabama, based on small population of African-American male students perceptions revealed that when policy extends beyond the classroom instruction and fosters positive family communications, positive school engagement and emotional growth outcomes are positive.