This year marks the fiftieth anniversary of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, a gender-neutral statute that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in programs that receive federal financial assistance. This legislation has been nothing short of revolutionary, paving the way for equal opportunity for millions of women and men.…

Since its inception, Title IX, which celebrated its 48th anniversary in June 2020, has promoted gender equity in schools, colleges, and universities across the nation. Title IX not only has helped girls and women throughout the country level the playing field in educational programs such as sports--a frequently cited contribution, especially at…

The author of "Tyrannosaurus Wrecks: A Book of Dinosaur Riddles" discusses her difficulties in choosing appropriate male-female pronouns for the subjects of her riddles. The problems consisted of the necessity of using entrenched male stereotypes, avoiding damaging female stereotypes, and breaking through stereotypes. (KC)

The Executive Director of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) discusses a number of issues, including her new job, pet projects, her view of NCSS, what NCSS can offer that state and local councils cannot, NCSS membership, and whether NCSS shows sensitivity to the problems and needs of women. (RM)

Presents a moral development approach to achieving sex equity. Uses discussion of carefully developed Kohlberg-type moral dilemmas relating to sex equity to elicit moral judgments from children at a number of developmental stages. States that schools can help promote equity through the implementation of carefully designed moral education programs.…

Describes five elementary level social studies activities designed to increase student awareness of sex role stereotypes and an appreciation for sex fairness. Magazine/newspaper and textbook scavenger hunts, a role play/guessing game, and a decision-making activity are included. (AM)

Describes how the traditional, agressive male role has been reinforced by social studies textbooks. The author recommends that teachers teach about new roles for males by presenting images of males in caring, nurturing, and expressive roles. (AM)

Discusses the curricular content and instructional methodology of social studies which have a vital impact on students' attitudes toward men and women and on their knowledge of sex roles. Presents five strategies from the Models of Teaching Program which are designed to encourage critical and creative thinking about men and women in all cultures…

Reviews research on teacher attitudes towards sexual differences as they affect their response to student behavior and potential. Since research findings refute many sexual stereotypes, the author recommends individualized instruction to encourage the highest development of individual capacities. A checklist for evaluating teaching sex fairness is…

Discusses an innovative approach to introduce high school students to the subject of wage differentials between men and women. The lesson involves giving the boys in class 67 percent of their true grade on an examination. The discussion that follows is designed to create empathy and the knowledge that injustice is not easily solved. (GG)

In 1976 Richard Gross surveyed state social studies specialists and local supervisors to determine the status of the social studies. To determine whether the generalizations from his study are still applicable today, a questionnaire was sent to Council of State Social Studies Specialists. Results of the two studies are compared. (RM)