The Computer Gender Gap: Children's Attitudes, Performance, and Socialization. Spotlight: Gender Differences.

Nelson, Carole S.; Watson, J. Allen

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ERIC Number: EJ512464

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Publication Date: 1995

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The Computer Gender Gap: Children's Attitudes, Performance, and Socialization. Spotlight: Gender Differences.

Nelson, Carole S.; Watson, J. Allen

Montessori Life, v7 n4 p33-35 Fall 1995

Discusses the significant, historically-rooted gender differences in equality of computer access and performance outcomes. Identifies issues to be dealt with to assure a future in which girls will succeed in technology-based education. Suggests research issues and discusses the mathematical component of computing, influence of family, gender bias in software, and influence of the teacher. (DR)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Equal Education, Family Influence, Parent Child Relationship, Performance Factors, Sex Bias, Sex Differences, Teacher Student Relationship

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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