Discusses so-called "gender war" in the classroom. Presents report card on differences between males and females involving grades and tests, academic enrollment, academic interaction and special programs, health and athletics, and career preparation, family, and parenting. (25 references) (PKP)

This booklet on gender equity challenges the old ways of thinking that limited expectations for girls and boys. Breaking the trap where gender determines what is possible means recognizing the limits of mindsets, opening eyes to new options, and encouraging young people to be all they can be. This booklet clarifies for educators and parents…

Sex fair performance evaluation has been a primary concern in physical education. A discussion of physiological differences between males and females shows how problems in developing fair evaluation plans arise. Suggestions for developing a sex fair grading plan and an example program adaptable to other settings are offered. (DF)

Observes aspects of Australian public policy discussions of gender equity that are concerned with boys. Focuses on (1) the ways indicators are used in public policy constructions of gender inequality, (2) what types of reforms constitute gender equity as a project, and (3) research agendas and the entry of masculinity into gender research. (DSK)

This document reviews literature on gender equity in U.S. schools. The paper reports that there is an unconscious ignorance on the growing achievement gap between male and female students. Young women in the United States today still are not participating equally in the education system. A 1992 report found that girls do not receive equitable…

This report describes a program for heightening awareness of gender bias within the classroom. The targeted population consists of ages 3 to 18 from elementary and high school settings in the Midwest. The problem of gender bias has been well documented for many years. The solution strategy resulted in the implementation of activities to promote…

The role of mathematics as a critical determiner of employment is noted, and the "significant absence of women and minority students in mathematics classes" is given attention. The need to gain competence in mathematics skills and confidence in mathematical abilities calls for programs to increase student participation, motivation, and…

Influences on sex equity in mathematics achievement are discussed in this summary of research and recommendations. Information on the following topics is presented, with each finding referenced to a source or sources in the bibliography provided at the end of the report: mathematics enrollment, influences on mathematics participation, predicting…

Explores the gender gap in salaries and promotions among Cincinnati (Ohio) public school teachers from the beginning of the school system in 1830 to 1991. Current data show that, although increasing numbers of women are being promoted to principal, the proportion still lags behind that of men. (SLD)

Reports on a review of journal articles published between 1967 and 1991 on youth welfare work. Concludes that the conception of youth welfare work changed during this time period. Contends that the emergence of the feminist movement and feminist research was a factor in this revised concept. (CFR)

Highlights some causes for silence in schoolgirls and other marginalized students. Suggests ways teachers can help these students participate more fully as speakers and writers in language arts classes. Shows how language arts instruction can change students' attitudes about themselves as gendered subjects, agents, and communicators. (SR)

This publication focuses on the theme "Gender." Articles include: (1) "Sex! Violence! Death! Art Education for Boys" (Riita Vira; Finland); (2) "Pedagogy for a Gender Sensitive Art Practice" (Rita Irwin; Canada); (3) "Women's Conscientiousness of Gender in Art and Art Education in Brazil" (Ana Mae Barbosa; Brazil); (4) "Gender Issues in United…

Describes causes of the gender gap in the use of computers in school programs. Provides seven suggestions for policy enactment by school boards to address the problems of sex equity in school computer use. (MD)

Reports results of a national survey of literacy educators' attitudes regarding (1) what they think determines the behavior of boys and girls (beliefs about sex/gender differences and their causes); (2) interest in gender issues; and (3) disposition toward various ways of addressing gender issues during instruction. (SR)

Summarizes research on gender differences in writing, and challenges readers to reconsider how these are understood. Looks at the use of violence and humor versus sincerity in boys' writing. Argues that, rather than seeing these differences as deficits, the cultural materials boys bring to the classroom should be acknowledged and engaged. (SR)