The field of home economics has generally been neglected within the literature focused on women, feminism, and education. Data concerning gender equity often measure women's achievements by their inroads into fields formerly dominated by men. (MT)

This article examines sex equity and related issues in parenting and parent education. Strategies for encouraging sex equity are proposed. (MT)

As the curriculum is transformed to ensure that students are computer literate, we must remember that humanities are a large portion of both the substance and the essential values of learning. New knowledge about women of all racial and ethnic groups must be integrated into the liberal arts curriculum. (MT)

While progress has been made, sex equity in education remains an elusive goal. This article identifies strategies that can be used to achieve and maintain sex equity. Research on creating change in education is reviewed, and what, in practice, has succeeded is discussed. (MT)

The shift from male-defined to gender-balanced education over the past 15 years is described by examining how the social movement for sex equity and the new scholarship on women have interacted. Implications for future action and inquiry are suggested. (MT)

Three misperceptions about sex equity in education are examined: (1)educational equity and excellence are not compatible; (2) women's equity diverts resources from other needs; and (3) sex equity has been achieved. Since most teachers are women, educators concerned with a predicted teacher shortage should not dismiss sex equity issues as…

Policies and practices which result in differential computer learning opportunities are discussed. Resources designed to remedy gender imbalance in computer learning are given. A list of areas where research is needed is offered. (MT)

This article focuses on social skills in which there is a disparity between male and female performance, including leadership, self-confidence, emotional sensitivity, empathy, and prosocial behaviors. Guidelines for educators to use in helping students overcome sex bias are offered. (MT)

After discussing the effects of sex bias on disabled children, this article examines four areas of special education in which sex bias and stereotyping have been identified. Some approaches which are being used to improve sex equity are described. (MT)

This article examines sex equity in three instructional paradigms chosen due to the common characteristic of language. All three possess and transmit cultural content. Input, process, and outcome issues of sex equity are discussed. (MT)

Sex equity research, which compares educational treatment and outcomes of males and females, is defined, and the goals implicit to its conceptual framework discussed. The importance of this research and its implications for policymakers is discussed. Recommendations for researchers, educators, and policymakers are made. (JL)

Discusses ways in which gender may influence the supervisory act. The article examines communication and feedback patterns, the influence of sexuality on working relationships and gender differences in expectations, noting their effects on supervision. It is important to address issues of gender with school administrators to effect change. (SM)

Summarizes certain gender expectations that exclude girls from science participation and lower female achievement, noting ways that schools can counter such barriers. The article discusses traditional forms of science, stereotypes of scientists and girls, male dominance in the classroom, teacher-student interaction, teacher attitudes toward…