This updated and expanded new edition continues the theme of the second edition that presents a framework by which the reader can gain a broader and deeper understanding of the issues involved with campus violence incidents. In order to understand the current state of campus violence, two sources of information must be considered--the factual and…

The Vocational Equity Research, Training and Evaluation Center (VERTEC) was established in 1988 to increase females' access to, and opportunities in, vocational education programs that are nontraditional for their gender. The research, technical assistance and advocacy that has been provided by VERTEC staff over the last 21 years has established a…

Discusses importance of presenting nurturing images of fathers in picture books to help children understand the dual role of father as nurturing parent and successful breadwinner. Suggests questions to consider while choosing books. Recommends list of suitable books and classroom activities that reinforce images of caring fathers. (BAC)

This paper presents a scoring procedure for sex-role orientation reflecting how similar an individual is to androgynous, undifferentiated, masculine, and feminine sex-role types. The profile scores are reasonably reliable, consistent with a widely used typological scoring procedure, and permit finer comparisons between individuals with different…

Considers the author's experiences as a female editing a literary journal. Discusses and addresses many implications regarding the role of an editor. Concludes with the intent to provoke faculty members, departments, and upper-level administrators to peer into the "urn," invert it, and give it a good shake. (SG)

Raises questions about the representability of the trauma of rape and the purposes of its representation. Focuses on how the strategic enactment of a culturally dominant rape script can potentially open up a gap within which that script can be contested and the act of rape or death resisted. Discusses pedagogical challenges of teaching the…

Presents a brief discussion of critical topics addressed in fantasy literature that can help build a foundation for bringing this well-loved genre into the classroom in a meaningful way. Considers fantasy literature's mythic structures and heroic cycles, and religious commentary. Discusses history in fantasy, gender roles, and social commentary of…

That women represent only 13 percent of school administrators is noted, and a survey of experts on women educators' career advancement is summarized. Women seeking administrative positions are advised to examine and readjust their leadership styles, become qualified, pursue administrative experience, publicize career goals to influential persons,…

This manual assists in developing workshops promoting personal growth through examination of one's attitudes, feelings and behaviors about sex roles in society. It is meant for facilitators who have minimal experience in group processes. Included are: a discussion of some considerations in designing a workshop, an analysis of the facilitators'…

Issues such as work orientation, social stratification, and sex roles affecting career education for gifted and talented students are considered. Data on career-related problems facing this population are cited. Principles and characteristics of successful programs (such as active professional role models and individualized guidance) are…

Describes a model of androgynous behavior and a training program for developing these competencies. Exercises to increase awareness of stereotyping are included along with a filmography. Eight references are listed. (Author/LLS)

Results of a study show that male teachers refer male students to the administration for disciplinary action 2.5 times more often than they refer female students, while female teachers refer boys 1.3 times more often. Both male and female staff refer girls in nearly the same number. (Author/MLF)

Argues that schools, in trying to restructure to improve education, must tap the resources of all employees, including women as potential managers. Outlines ways that administrators and other influential groups might encourage women to step forward as managers and administrators. (HB)

The special needs and problems associated with encouraging mathematically able girls to pursue advanced training and education are detailed. Several specific suggestions on ways to help female students in these areas are given. (MP)

Discusses a selection of texts from picture books to novels for older readers as convenient indicators of the changing representations of masculinity that are evident in children's literature. Suggests these texts explore a range of masculinities and offers a means for opening up discussion about gender and socially constructed ways of being male…