Gender equity resources for educators -- a collection in the NEEDS educational digital library.  ... more

Gender equity resources for educators -- a collection in the NEEDS educational digital library.   less

Abstract: After reviewing the work on gender bias in software design, a model of gender-role influenced achievement choice taken from Eccles [7] is presented. The paper concludes that (1) though laudable, reduction of gender bias  ... more

Abstract: After reviewing the work on gender bias in software design, a model of gender-role influenced achievement choice taken from Eccles [7] is presented. The paper concludes that (1) though laudable, reduction of gender bias in software design is not the most straightforward way to reduce gender inequity in the choice of computing as a career, (2) the model itself makes more clear some of the ethical issues involved in attempting to achieve gender equity on computing, and (3) efforts to reduce gender inequity in the choice of computing as a career need to be evaluated in the light of this model.   less

Reviews research and literature on gender and technology. Looks at computer equity themes of the 1980's and early 1990's, and argues that middle school is the place to make a difference. Lists recommendations in the literature fo  ... more

Reviews research and literature on gender and technology. Looks at computer equity themes of the 1980's and early 1990's, and argues that middle school is the place to make a difference. Lists recommendations in the literature for assisting girls with computer technology. Notes considerable evidence of the persistence of a gender gap.   less

A recent study addressing common attitudes and stereotyping that males and females have regarding computers and technology. Keywords: attitudes, stereotypes, gender equity, women and information technology  ... more

A recent study addressing common attitudes and stereotyping that males and females have regarding computers and technology. Keywords: attitudes, stereotypes, gender equity, women and information technology   less

A survey of literature indicates that gender differences in computer use and attitude exist. In the public school system, girls are shortchanged, especially in the areas of math, science, and technology. Instructors need to be mad  ... more

A survey of literature indicates that gender differences in computer use and attitude exist. In the public school system, girls are shortchanged, especially in the areas of math, science, and technology. Instructors need to be made aware of these differences and their actions and attitudes should promote sex equity. This paper begins with an overview of development of gender roles, particularly in classrooms that use technology. Following, observations of classroom use of technology that might affect gender equity are described in three scenarios for grades 2, 5, and 6. Strategies are then presented for encouraging more computer use by girls. Teacher role, appropriate computer use in classrooms, and selection of software are discussed.   less

This article discusses the effects of a technology day camp geared toward gender equity. Results of a survey of boys' and girls' attitudes toward computers are discussed.  ... more

This article discusses the effects of a technology day camp geared toward gender equity. Results of a survey of boys' and girls' attitudes toward computers are discussed.   less

A look into the long-standing gender inequity in technology education in British Columbia. This paper examines educational statistics and a discussion of possible changes follows.  ... more

A look into the long-standing gender inequity in technology education in British Columbia. This paper examines educational statistics and a discussion of possible changes follows.   less

The essence of various projects is that educators, particularly policy makers, must decide if they believe gender equity in computing and other areas has a legitimate place in the pre-service teacher education curriculum. If so, t  ... more

The essence of various projects is that educators, particularly policy makers, must decide if they believe gender equity in computing and other areas has a legitimate place in the pre-service teacher education curriculum. If so, then it follows that gender equity must be systemic, that education professors be helped in being brought up to speed, and that gender equity in computing must be on the agenda of the teacher education profession.   less

A look into gender discrepancies in attitudes toward the computer and ability to work with the computer.  ... more

A look into gender discrepancies in attitudes toward the computer and ability to work with the computer.   less

Presented at University of Central Oklahoma March 31, 2003 in Edmond, Oklahoma Gender Equity  ... more

Presented at University of Central Oklahoma March 31, 2003 in Edmond, Oklahoma Gender Equity   less