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Download full textHammrich, Penny L. – 1996
This framework provides an overview of the emerging literature on the gender gap in science. It seeks to contribute to the growing body of research emphasizing factors that have been shown to enhance women's ways of knowing; thereby transcending gender stereotypes in science. The theoretical and research bases of gender issues in science are…
Descriptors: Educational Theories, Elementary Secondary Education, Gender Issues, Higher Education
Peer reviewedHammrich, Penny L.; Richardson, Greer M.; Livingston, Beverly – Journal of Elementary Science Education, 2000
The goal of this study was to familiarize teachers with reform initiatives in science education and to chart their progress as change agents of gender equity in the classroom. Discusses teachers' reflections and dialogue concerning their conception changes of teaching and mathematics as they confront the issue of equitable practice. (Author/SAH)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Equal Education, Evaluation
Peer reviewedHammrich, Penny L.; Fadigan, Kathleen – Science Scope, 2003
Describes the Sisters in Sport Science (SISS) program which provides equitable access for girls to science and mathematics through sports. Includes a sample SISS activity that integrates track and physical sciences. (YDS)
Descriptors: Athletics, Equal Education, Females, Gender Issues
Peer reviewedHammrich, Penny L.; Richardson, Greer M.; Livingston, Beverly D. – Journal of Women and Minorities in Science and Engineering, 2000
The Sisters in Science (SIS) program seeks to increase elementary school girls' interest and achievement in science and mathematics, create a more positive learning climate, and increase the knowledge base and understanding of parents. Reports on how fourth grade girls changed their interest and achievement in science and mathematics during their…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Elementary Education, Females, Gender Issues
Hammrich, Penny L. – 1997
It has been well documented that inequities in science and mathematics achievement exist between males and females for a variety of reasons. Among the explanations for this are the notions that female students tend to perceive science/mathematics as a male dominated field of study, female students are less interested in science/mathematics,…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Strategies, Equal Education, Evaluation
Peer reviewedHammrich, Penny L. – Science and Children, 1997
Argues that empowering parents is the first step toward improving females' achievement in science. Describes the Sisters in Science (SIS) program that aims to unite the role of parents with the other factors that promote female success in science. Discusses policy and practical implications that can be drawn from the work of the SIS program.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, After School Programs, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education
Hammrich, Penny L.; Richardson, Greer; Livingston, Beverly – 2001
In 1974, the Women's Educational Equity Act expanded math, science, and technology programs for all females. Current reform movements focus on providing more equitable education by changing the curriculum, teaching, and assessment. Research suggests that girls and boys currently receive different education and that girls have less exposure to…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Change, Elementary Education, Equal Education
