Encouraging girls in science : facts, theories and practical suggestions
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Date
1987
Authors
Smith, Jennifer
University of Lethbridge. Faculty of Education
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Publisher
Lethbridge, AB : Faculty of Education, University of Lethbridge, 1987
Abstract
It is the objective of this paper to present the facts concerning the current status of Canadian women in science, to review the theories which have been put forth to explain gender disparities in science participation, to outline the findings of research in the area of gender and science, and to suggest ways in which science teachers could respond to these research findings.
Description
79 p. ; 28 cm.
Keywords
Women science students -- Study and teaching , Sex differences in education , Women in science , Mathematical ability -- Effect of sex differences on , Academic ability -- Effect of sex differences on , Science -- Study and teaching , Dissertations, Academic