Food for Thought: Realities of a Women-Dominated Organization.

Valentine, Patricia; McIntosh, Gordon

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ERIC Number: EJ421857

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Publication Date: 1990

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Food for Thought: Realities of a Women-Dominated Organization.

Valentine, Patricia; McIntosh, Gordon

Alberta Journal of Educational Research, v36 n4 p353-69 Dec 1990

A case study of nursing school faculty examines effects on organizational behavior of predominantly female staff, and suggests a distinct female view of the world and workplace. Major themes focus on importance of interpersonal relationships, with food, social events, support mechanisms, and meetings as facilitators. Contains 51 references. (SV)

Descriptors: Case Studies, Collegiality, Foreign Countries, Group Dynamics, Higher Education, Nurses, Sex Role, Social Environment, Women Faculty, Work Attitudes, Work Environment

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Canada

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