Gender

Question 1

Coursework based exams favour females

Answer 1

Mitsos and Browne say that coursework favour girls in achievement as they are socialised to be neat and organised from a young age.

Question 2

Media impact on girls achievement

Answer 2

McRobbie says from the 1990s onwards, magazines have moved their focus towards helping females to be independent and assertive in education. This is instead of being taught how to be a great housewife.

Question 3

Emploment opportunities for women

Answer 3

Francis says that due to an increase in opportunities for women after the 1970 equal pay act, females have become more ambitious as they acknowledge they have a chance to be successful.

Question 4

Role models in education

Answer 4

Alison Kelly says that there are more female teachers than male teachers, therefore there are more role models for girls to look up to in education.