Education Theory - Feminism

Question 1

overview

Answer 1

liberal f celebrate the progress believing that the ‘future is now female’
radical f believe that patriarchy is still very much prominent and reinforces traditional gender norms

Question 2

Radical feminists - system is disadvantaging girls in 4 ways

Answer 2

concern over boys underachievement is seen as a moral panic
despite girls achievements, subject choice is still heavily gendered.
traditional gender roles are reinforced in schools
girls are subject to sexist bullying.

Question 3

Evaluation

Answer 3

there have been many successful campaigns for an increase in girls involvement in subjects such as STEMs and sports.