Gender Bias

Question 1

Definition of gender bias

Answer 1

The differential treatment or representation of men and women based on stereotypes rather than real differences

Question 2

Alpha bias in gender bias

Answer 2

Exaggerating differences between men and women, usually leading to one being devalued

Question 3

Beta bias in gender bias

Answer 3

Minimising differences between men and women, thus assuming insights derived from studies of men apply equally as well to women

Question 4

Androcentrism?

Answer 4

Theories that produce or represent a male world view, they are male centred, often to the neglect or exclusion of women

Question 5

Universality ?

Answer 5

Aim to develop theories that apply to all people, which may include real differences