The myth of meritocracy and delusions of equity : cultural impediments to diversity in natural science programs
Autor/in:
Jones, Leslie S.
Quelle: San Diego, 1998. 12 S.
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Inhalt: "In an effort to determine why there is continued scarcity of all women and of men
of color in the sciences, this study turns the lens of the social sciences onto social
aspects of the sciences. Interviews with academic science faculty examined gender
and racial/ethnic issues in the professional domain of a variety of scientists for
clues as to how the culture of science might influence demographic participation in
science programs. As a study of culture with an explicitly sociopolitical agenda,
this study adheres most closely to the traditions of Critical Ethnography. Interviews
were conducted with 34 practicing scientists sampled demographically across science
and applied science fields with respect to sex and racial/ ethnic background. The
interviewees were half female, half male, half Caucasian, and half people of color
(from several ethnic groups). Results indicate that the scientific method and its
associated worldview are the most readily identifiable source of the problem of minority
representation in the sciences. Scientists believe they can remove subjectivity from
their treatment of people, because they are convinced they can do this in their empirical
work. Responses, however, in interviews indicate that people in the sciences are not
treated equally or equitably." (author's abstract)|
Schlagwörter:Naturwissenschaft; USA; Quantität; Chancengleichheit; Diskriminierung; Beruf; Nordamerika; Frauenanteil
CEWS Kategorie:Naturwissenschaft und Technik, Europa und Internationales, Geschlechterverhältnis
Dokumenttyp:Graue Literatur, Bericht
Feminism's lessons for women in science
Autor/in:
Fort, Deborah C.
Quelle: Journal of college science teaching, Vol. 27 (1997) No. 1, S. 53-55
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Inhalt: "The article reviews the work and perspectives of Sheila Tobias; focuses on her conviction that an understanding of history and historical contexts can prevent repetition of past mistakes as they pertain to females and society." (author's abstract)
Schlagwörter:Feminismus; Frauenforschung; historische Sozialforschung; Naturwissenschaft; Quantität
CEWS Kategorie:Frauen- und Geschlechterforschung, Naturwissenschaft und Technik
Dokumenttyp:Zeitschriftenaufsatz
Evaluating progress in gender equity in careers for women in science and technology : the impact of role modeling on women's career choices
Autor/in:
Norby, Rena Faye
Quelle: The electronic journal of science education, Vol. 1 (1997) No. 3
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Inhalt: "Women are still not equally represented in many careers in technology and science.
Young women possess equal abilities in scientific skills in the elementary schools,
but their enrolment in science related classes diminishes as they enter high school
and college. This creates an accumulated disadvantage which deters success in science
and technology classes in college and graduate school. Sex role stereotyping and negative
teacher behaviors affect young women's attitudes about potential for success in careers
that have been stereotyped as masculine. On the other hand, role modeling has been
found to be an important means to encourage young women to choose careers in technology
and science. The intention of this study was to identify, by using the WWW, women
who are currently employed in technology related careers, or training for employment
in technology related careers, and to identify the effects of role models on their
career choices and career persistence. A Professional Women's Directory was located
using a web search, and women who indicated technology as a part of their profession
were identified. The Role Model survey developed by Smith in 1983 was modified for
this group, and sent by E-mail to a randomly selected subset of the total list of
women in technology. This report summarizes the results of the responses to that survey,
and suggests some implications for teacher and scientific professionals planning and
instruction." (author's abstract)|
Schlagwörter:Identität; Quantität; Ingenieurwissenschaft; Naturwissenschaft
CEWS Kategorie:Naturwissenschaft und Technik
Dokumenttyp:Zeitschriftenaufsatz
The equity equation : fostering the advancement of women in the sciences, mathematics, and engineering
Herausgeber/in:
Davis, Cinda-Sue; Ginorio, Angela B.; Hollenshead, Carol S.; Lazarus, Barbara B.; Rayman, Paula M.
Quelle: San Francisco: Jossey-Bass (The Jossey-Bass higher and adult education series), 1996. XXX, 353 S.
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Schlagwörter:USA; Naturwissenschaft; Ingenieurwissenschaft; Mathematik; Quantität; Nordamerika
CEWS Kategorie:Naturwissenschaft und Technik
Dokumenttyp:Sammelwerk
Science and engineering programs : on target for women?
Herausgeber/in:
Lakes Matyas, Marsha; Skidmore Dix, Linda; National Research Council -NRC-
Quelle: National Research Council -NRC-; Washington: National Academy Press, 1992. XX, 216 S.
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Schlagwörter:Quantität; Naturwissenschaft; Ingenieurwissenschaft; Nachwuchsförderung; USA; Nordamerika
CEWS Kategorie:Naturwissenschaft und Technik
Dokumenttyp:Sammelwerk
Women into engineering and science : employers' policies and practices
Autor/in:
MacRae, Susan; Devine, Fiona; Lakey, Jane
Quelle: Policy Studies Institute; London, 1991. 113 S.
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Schlagwörter:Großbritannien; Ingenieurwissenschaft; Arbeitgeber; Naturwissenschaft; Quantität
CEWS Kategorie:Arbeitswelt und Arbeitsmarkt, Naturwissenschaft und Technik
Dokumenttyp:Monographie
Women and minorities in science and engineering
Herausgeber/in:
Lane, Melissa J.; National Science Foundation -NSF-
Quelle: National Science Foundation -NSF-; Washington, 1990. XIV, 166 S.
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Schlagwörter:Quantität; Naturwissenschaft; Ingenieurwissenschaft; Nachwuchsförderung; USA; Nordamerika; Minderheit
CEWS Kategorie:Naturwissenschaft und Technik
Dokumenttyp:Monographie