Black Males\u27 Perceptions of Parental Involvement, Influence, and Their Educational Outcomes

Using qualitative inquiry and methods, this study explored the effect of parental involvement and influence on Black males\u27 educational outcomes. The participants in this study were six Black males from a mid-sized, predominately White, four-year university in the Midwest. The findings from this study suggest that parents\u27 involvement and influence shapes the way that Black males view education, which, in tum, affects their motivation and educational outcomes. In addition, this study provides suggestions for future research, as well as recommendations for educational professionals and administrators