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Gender Differences In Mathematics Performance A Meta-analysis Pdf

Social Psychology Quarterly

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Gender Differences in Mathematics Performance

Social Psychology Quarterly

Published By: American Sociological Association

Social Psychology Quarterly

https://doi.org/10.2307/2786930

https://www. jstor .org/stable/2786930

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We examine the standard socialization explanation of gender differences in mathematics performance using data from children in Grades 5 through 12. The evidence suggests that although girls earn better grades and higher scores on most tests than boys, their grades in mathematics are lower than their grades in other subjects. In addition, boys do better on the SAT, even though girls are at least as well prepared in coursework in this school. The standard socialization explanation of why girls have difficulties with mathematics, and a recent modification of this explanation, are not supported. There is no evidence of gender effects on parental encouragement in mathematics, and girls' anxiety about mathematics reflects general test anxiety rather than any special fear of mathematics. We argue that gender socialization processes must be more specific if they are to explain why boys outperform girls on some tests while girls outperform boys on others.

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Social Psychology Quarterly (SPQ) publishes theoretical and empirical papers on the link between the individual and society, including the study of the relations of individuals to one another, as well as to groups, collectivities and institutions. It also includes the study of intra-individual processes insofar as they substantially influence or are influenced by social structure and process. SPQ is genuinely interdisciplinary, publishing works by both sociologists and psychologists. Published quarterly in March, June, September and December.

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American Sociological Association Mission Statement: Serving Sociologists in Their Work Advancing Sociology as a Science and Profession Promoting the Contributions and Use of Sociology to Society The American Sociological Association (ASA), founded in 1905, is a non-profit membership association dedicated to advancing sociology as a scientific discipline and profession serving the public good. With over 13,200 members, ASA encompasses sociologists who are faculty members at colleges and universities, researchers, practitioners, and students. About 20 percent of the members work in government, business, or non-profit organizations. As the national organization for sociologists, the American Sociological Association, through its Executive Office, is well positioned to provide a unique set of services to its members and to promote the vitality, visibility, and diversity of the discipline. Working at the national and international levels, the Association aims to articulate policy and impleme nt programs likely to have the broadest possible impact for sociology now and in the future.

Gender Differences In Mathematics Performance A Meta-analysis Pdf

Source: https://www.jstor.org/stable/2786930

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