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Technology courses that account for different male and female learning styles improve retention of women.


A Gendered World: Students and Instructional Technologies

A large study of college students examines different ways men and women like to learn new technology. Women preferred to learn in a collaborative setting where they could put the technology tools to work, among other findings.

Rajagopal, Indhu and Nis Bojin, "A Gendered World: Students and Instructional Technologies," First Monday, volume 8, number 1, January 2003.



Can Gender-Adapted Instruction Improve Mathematics Performance and Attitudes?  Download PDF Now

This study looked at math instruction with content that appeals to feminine or masculine interests. It found that gender adapted instruction makes a difference in student attitudes, which may effect persistence.

Leonard, Mary J.; Derry, Sharon J., "Can Gender-Adapted Instruction Improve Mathematics Performance and Attitudes?" Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Seattle, WA, April 10-14, 2001.



Gender Differences in Learning Style Specific to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)  Download PDF Now

This thorough summary describes an array of techniques to appeal to women's learning styles. It offers suggestions such as bringing in role models, appealing to female interests, and having students collaborate on technology projects.

Milgram, Donna, "Gender Differences in Learning Style Specific to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)" Tech Equity Project of California State University, Channel Islands.

The Tech Equity Project of California State University Channel Islands is funded by the U.S. Department of Education, Women's Educational Equity Act.
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Gender Equity for Mathematics and Science: Notes on Invited Faculty Presentations

Consider making students feel like part of a community of learners, with teachers in a facilitation role. This presentation examines these and other ways math and science classes can be made more welcoming to women.

Jacobs, Judith, "Gender Equity for Mathematics and Science: Notes on Invited Faculty Presentations," Woodrow Wilson Leadership Program in Mathematics.



How do Male and Female Students Approach Learning at NUS?

This article looks at approaches to learning by men and women. Among its findings are that women tend to look for personal connections and relevance in their coursework.

Lim Yuen Lie, Lisa-Angelique, and Emil Cheong, "How Do Male and Female Students Approach Learning at NUS?" Centre for Development of Teaching and Learning, Vol. 7, No.1, January 2004.



Learning Goals and Styles by Gender--A Study of NUS Students

A small study of undergraduates found that women were more socially motivated in their approach to academics. They preferred working with peers, and looked for social recognition.

Chang, Weining, "Learning Goals and Styles by Gender--A Study of NUS Students," Centre for Development of Teaching and Learning, Vol. 7, No.1, January 2004.





The CalWomenTech Project is Funded by The Program for Research on Gender in Science and Engineering from The National Science Foundation - Grant no. 0533564
 
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