Stereotyping of mathematics as a male domain : a factor in females non-participation in mathematics

The purpose of this study was to determine if a relationship exists between the extent of stereotyping of mathematics as masculine in nature, and the non-participation of females in mathematics courses. Data from the 1985 B.C. Mathematics Assessment were used to determine the extent of stereotyping...

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Main Author: Chappell, Vivian Marie
Language:English
Published: University of British Columbia 2010
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2429/26384