Sex-Related Cognitive Differences: A Summary of Theory and Evidence.

Sherman, Julia A.

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Sex-Related Cognitive Differences: A Summary of Theory and Evidence

Sherman, Julia A.

Integrated Education, 91, 40-2, Jan-Feb 78

Various hypotheses and opinions relating to cognitive differences between males and females are reviewed. It is shown that the largest sources of cognitive differences between the sexes can be traced to courses of study and other aspects of relevant experience based on outmoded sex role stereotypes. (Author/GC)

Descriptors: Academic Aptitude, Cognitive Processes, Cultural Influences, Environmental Influences, Females, Intelligence Differences, Males, Sex Differences, Sex Role, Sex Stereotypes

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