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Gender Bias in Middle School Classrooms

Question. Is gender bias still occurring in middle school classrooms? If so, what is the cause of the gender bias and how can it be prevented?. Significance. See if gender bias is occurringFind the causeDecide how to eliminate itEnsure gender equity in classrooms. Observations. Hartford Magnet M

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Gender Bias in Middle School Classrooms

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    1. Gender Bias in Middle School Classrooms By: Jessica Baker

    2. Question Is gender bias still occurring in middle school classrooms? If so, what is the cause of the gender bias and how can it be prevented?

    3. Significance See if gender bias is occurring Find the cause Decide how to eliminate it Ensure gender equity in classrooms

    4. Observations Hartford Magnet Middle School 6th grade history class Received permission from IRB Guidelines from Another Set of Eyes Seating Chart Verbal Flow Tally sheet

    5. Findings Observations: Average Number Girls: 8.89 Average Number Boys: 9.78 Called on during class: Boys: 63.3% Girls: 36.7%

    6. Findings Participation Girls Definitions Short answer Called on without raising hand Boys Great confidence Called on when misbehaving

    7. Thesis Gender bias still exists By Middle School: Internalized gender bias Unwillingness to take risks Lower confidence levels

    8. Research Past gender bias project Articles: “Gender and Developmental Differences in the Academic Study Behaviors of Elementary School Children” by Thomas Hancock “Gender Differences in High Achieving Students in Math and Science” by Sally M. Reis “Middle School Advisories: A Vehicle For Developing Students' Gender Self-confidence” by Linda Whitney

    9. Conclusions Change in: Confidence levels and self-esteem Study habits Attitude towards achievement Results in: Less class participation Inferior learning experience

    10. Recommendations Options for teachers: Hold more group activities Self, peer, & student assessment Discussions on gender equity and gender roles with students Team up with school counselor

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