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Science and Mathematics Equity Issues at a Local School District Level
Author(s) -
Shroyer M. Gail,
Borchers Carol A.,
Smith Nancy J.,
Wright Emmett L.
Publication year - 1994
Publication title -
school science and mathematics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.135
H-Index - 2
eISSN - 1949-8594
pISSN - 0036-6803
DOI - 10.1111/j.1949-8594.1994.tb12294.x
Subject(s) - gender equity , equity (law) , mathematics education , science education , school district , political science , sociology , psychology , social science , law
Many reports to the nation have revealed differences in the educational experiences of males and females. This is especially true in mathematics and science where females are not receiving the necessary educational background to develop the skills and understanding required to be citizens and employees in today's technological world. As a result, females are underrepresented in science, mathematics, and engineering professions. This study compares one school district's data with the data in national reports and then attempts to analyze what factors exist in the community and school district that reinforce and perpetuate inequitable situations for females. This study also provides a model for other school districts to conduct a self‐study of gender equity education issues.