Internal Factors affecting A+E (Gender)

Question 1

What educational policies link to gender?

Answer 1

GIST and WISE allow girls to pursue careers in science and technology

Question 2

How to role models link with gender?

Answer 2

82.4% of primary school teachers are female meaning girls have more role models compared to boys

Question 3

What does Browne argue about assessments?

Answer 3

Girls are more successful at coursework due to their organisation and they also have better language skills meaning they are better at oral exams

Question 4

What does Spender argue about teacher interaction?

Answer 4

Teachers spend more time interacting with boys

Question 5

What does French argue about teacher interaction?

Answer 5

Boys receive more negative attention for behaviour whilst girls receive more positive attention which is work related

Question 6

How has the removal of gender stereotypes linked to gender differences?

Answer 6

Removal of stereotype that girls should be housewives means that their aspirations have changed and their achievement has increased

Question 7

What does Jackson note about marketisation policies?

Answer 7

Pressure of league tables means that girls are prioritised by top schools and can achieve higher in comparison to boys

Question 8

What is a key feminist evaluation point to this argument?

Answer 8

Radical Feminists - System remains patriarchal

Question 9

What is an evaluation point to this argument?

Answer 9

Sexual harassment still remains in schools and most head teachers are male