This paper presents a synthesis of research findings pertaining to exemplar selection patterns, focusing on sex, race, and age of both exemplars and their admirers. The purpose is to place athletic exemplar selections within the context of exemplar selections in general. Conclusions and implications are discussed. (MT)

Data from 181 proteges were used to compare perceptions of mentoring in cross- and same-gender relationships. Mentor role perceptions were not influenced by mentor or protege gender. Cross-gender proteges were less likely to engage in social activities with mentors, and female proteges with female mentors were more likely to identify mentors as…

This study examined whether toy preferences of 20-month-old children exhibit cross-sex asymmetry, whether toy preferences are modified in a modelling situation, and whether children's familiarity with toys is related to toy preferences. (GO)

Focuses on the nature, role, and influence of mentors in the lives of gifted adults. Provides suggestions for counselors. (Author)

Studied effects of model reinforcement on imitative aggression in children. The subjects were boys and girls from a kindergarten class. Results showed that the number of imitative aggressive responses increased as a function of the amount of praise given the model and that boys exhibited more imitative aggressive behaviors. (Author)

The assumption that the family as an institution is experiencing a continuous and rapid loss of functions is challenged. Instead, the institution is seen as assuming new sets of responsibilities in the areas of sexual intercourse, recreation, and therapeutic services. (Author)

Elementary school children played a game labeled either sex-appropriate, sex-neutral or sex-inappropriate game. Measures of performance and attractiveness of the game were obtained. Sex differences were noted. (ST)

Teenagers responded to a questionnaire about their villains; 917 villains from all walks of life were selected. Nine times more male than female figures were selected. The naming of a villain was unrelated to demographic variables. Reasons for dislike and influence of figures as avoidance role models are discussed. (Author/EMK)

Developmental levels of gender identity in preschool children were investigated. (JMB)

This study investigated the relationship of the choice of sport heroes to age, gender, and race in students enrolled in elementary, high school, and college classes. There was a strong relationship between race and sex and the selection of sport heroes. Age was related to the selection of heroes by the type of heroes selected by each group.…

This study investigated whether (a) awareness of sex typing in literature exists in preschool children; (b) children express sex role character preferences; and (c) their recall was affected by reversed sex roles. (ED)

A modified version of the Instrumental Activities Inventory (IAI) was administered to a sample of Canadian Inuit children (41 girls and 37 boys aged 9 to 17 from Frobisher Bay and 40 boys and 35 girls aged 8 to 16 from Pangnirtung) for purposes of assessing role model preferences relative to the socialization process. Consisting of 12 female and…

A questionnaire study among college sophomores and seniors indicated that: (1) female students neither gravitate toward nor avoid female role models, while men prefer high status, powerful male models; and (2) female and male students were similar in the amount and nature of contact with models, mentoring performed by models, and modeling…

A pilot study was undertaken to assess behavioral differences between male and female teachers of young children. Observational and interview assessment techniques were used in 18 classrooms (pre-school through second grade). Results are discussed in terms of possible effects on children's sex-role experiences and self concept development. (DP)

Examines the influences which prior task modeling instruction, sex and degree of trust have upon self disclosure in an analogue interview. (HMV)