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Gender Equity Right From the Start book cover

1st Edition

Gender Equity Right From the Start

By Jo Sanders, Janice Koch, Josephine Urso Copyright 1997
152 Pages
by Routledge

152 Pages
by Routledge

152 Pages
by Routledge
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What makes girls avoid math, science, and technology in school? And what can teacher educators do to help new teachers keep this from happening so that all of our children's talents can find expression? These two volumes provide teaching materials and background information on gender equity for teacher educators in mathematics, science, and technology education and their students. A practical... Read more
Contents: Part I:Introduction. Part II:Teaching Activities. Gender Equity in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education. Mathematics, Science and Technology as Male Domains. Peers', Teachers', Parents', and Society's Cultural Expectations. Biased and Inappropriate Curriculum Materials. Classroom Interaction and Atmosphere. Anti-Intellectualism and Attributional Style. Testing and Assessment. Part III:Assessing Your Students' Gender Equity Learning. Part IV:Action Research Projects.

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Sanders, Jo; Koch, Janice; Urso, Josephine

This two-volume gender-equity series with emphasis on mathematics, science, and technology is outstanding....The content is of superior quality and is comprehensive; the design and layout are user-friendly....For educators interested in gender-equity issues, these volumes are a welcome addition. The activities for preservice teachers are excellent and thorough.
—Teaching Children Mathematics

"Gender Equity Right from the Start is a thorough, research-based resource with excellent practical applications for those interested in gender equity issues....The book is clearly written and well organized with an engaging writing style....A major feature of these materials is the opportunity for students and their instructors to react to the activities and field experiences."
—Horizon Research, Inc.

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