The authors examine today's pressing issues -- the lack of enforcement for Title IX, the impact of the backlash against gender equity, the much-hyped "boys' crisis," hardwired brain differences, and the recent growth of singlesex public schools. Through firsthand observations and up-to-the-m
The authors examine today's pressing issues -- the lack of enforcement for Title IX, the impact of the backlash against gender equity, the much-hyped "boys' crisis," hardwired brain differences, and the recent growth of singlesex public schools. Through firsthand observations and up-to-the-minute research, Still Failing at Fairness brings the gender issue into focus. Teachers and parents often miss the subtle signs of sexism in classrooms. Despite decades of effort to create fair classrooms and schools, gender bias is alive and well, and in some ways growing. The authors provide an in-depth account of how girls' and boys' educations are compromised from elementary school through college, and offer practical advice for teachers and parents who want to make a positive difference. This book documents how teaching, current testing practices, and subtle cultural attitudes continue to short-circuit both girls and boys of every race, social class, and ethnicity. School practices contin"We need many more books like this one that draw into the foreground the fact that sexism in the schools is crippling America's leadership and productivity." -- Naomi Wolf, author of The Beauty Myth"Provides hard evidence of the discrimination women face from the first day of school." -- Patricia Ireland, former president, National Organization for Women"Required reading for anyone interested in sex bias." -- The New York Times"An eye-opener for any parent or teacher truly interested in equality." -- San Francisco ChronicleThe curriculum taught in these books is straight from the source and untainted by pop culture. Reluctant readers will grab for this one right along with those who are fascinated by microbiology or are interested in pursuing a medical career. However, Kumaran is generally a more compelling character, though Thomas' character really shines when children are introduced. If it's not, can't wait for the next ish!. In order to have any sort of hope of combating Opal, Holly must first rescue and then recruit a totally nonplussed Artemis Fowl, all the while dodging both Opal Koboi and the Lower Elements Police. This book is absolutely amazing - I've been a smoker for over 30 years and I've been trying to quit for about 15 yrs. This work is the last word on juvenile competency from a developmental perspective. a great introduction to ecological economics. It was a gift from my pastor, and I plan to bless others with this book as I have been so richly blessed.. It rests easily on a music stand without always t
- Title : Still Failing at Fairness: How Gender Bias Cheats Girls and Boys in School and What We Can Do About It
- Author : David Sadker
- Rating : 4.94 (793 Vote)
- Publish : 2014-11-6
- Format : Paperback
- Pages : 384 Pages
- Asin : 1416552472
- Language : English
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