Gender Trends Flashcards
1
Q
What has been the trend in educational performance between boys and girls over the last 50 years?
A
The educational performance of boys has steadily improved, but the performance of girls has risen at a faster rate in all stages of their education.
2
Q
In 2013, by what percentage were girls ahead of boys in teacher assessments at the end of year one across all seven areas of learning?
A
Girls were ahead of boys by between 7 and 17%.
3
Q
At AS and A-level, who generally receives higher grades, boys or girls?
A
Girls generally get higher grades than boys.
4
Q
In 2013, what percentage of boys gained A or B grades at A-level?
A
42.2% of boys gained A or B grades.
5
Q
True or False: The gap in grades between boys and girls at AS and A-level is wider than at GCSE.
A
False.
