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Kay, Robin H. – 1992
Researchers of gender differences in computer-related behaviors have reported a confusing picture. When asked which sex is more positive toward computers, more apt at using computers, and more likely to use a computer, one would be best advised to answer "it depends." It depends on what attitudes you are measuring, what skills you are…
Descriptors: Adults, Aptitude, Attitude Measures, Cognitive Processes

Goldson, Edward J. – Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal, 1997
This commentary discusses the research article "Gender Differences in Abused Children with and without Disabilities" (Sobsey and others) that follows, which found that children with disabilities are at greater risk for being maltreated, that boys are more frequently abused, and that boys with disabilities are sexually abused more frequently than…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Attitudes toward Disabilities, Child Abuse, Disabilities

Becker, Henry Jay; Sterling, Carleton W. – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1987
Data from a national survey of microcomputer uses in schools are used to demonstrate differences in access to and uses of computers by students. Factors examined include race, socioeconomic status, sex, achievement, and ability level. Also discussed are inequality and inequity and the need for additional research on computer impact. (RP)
Descriptors: Achievement, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy

Rocheleau, Bruce – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1995
Studies patterns of computer use based on data from the National Science Foundation's Longitudinal Study of American Youth in which 7th- and 10th-grade students were surveyed for five consecutive years. Highlights include parental backgrounds; socioeconomic status; parental attitudes; student attitudes; gender differences; computer ownership; and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Games, Computer Use