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Bridging the Gender Gap in Technology Education for Equity

Explore the under-representation of females in high school technology classes and careers, along with solutions for promoting equity through tailored education and increased access. Delve into technology ethics and the importance of ethical education for young learners.

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Bridging the Gender Gap in Technology Education for Equity

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  1. Technology, Education, and Equity: Issues The Gender Gap: Females are under-represented in high school technology classes and in technology careers. The Digital Divide: In homes and schools, minority status / low socioeconomic class = less access to technology

  2. Technology, Education, and Equity: Solutions • Females and minorities perform well in technology courses and pursue technology careers when technology education is tailored to their needs and interests • Programs like MIT Open Courseware and the E-rate increase access for all • For the disabled, technology creates equity through accommodations and assistance

  3. Technology and Ethics Thanks to technology innovation, it’s never been easier to be unethical • Pornography • Hacking • Financial scams • Privacy violations • Harassment

  4. Education Mandatory! Schools can provide young people with invaluable guidance and training in how to use technology ethically.

  5. References Brown, B. (2001). Women and Minorities in High-Tech Careers. ERIC Digest. No. 226. Retrieved June 2, 2008, from http://search.ebscohost.com Carvin, A. (2007). There is a Digital Divide. In D. Haugen and S. Musser (Eds.), Opposing Viewpoints Series: Technology and Society (pp. ??). Farmington Hills, MI: Thomson Gale. Johnson, D. (2004, January). Proactively Teaching Technology Ethics. Library Media Connection. Retrieved June 2, 2008, from http://search.ebscohost.com Mason, C. & Dodds, R. (2005, May). Bridge the Digital Divide for Educational Equity. Condensed and published by the National Association of Elementary School Principals. From Principal, 84 (March/April 2005). Retrieved June 2, 2008, from http://search.ebscohost.com McGrath, D. (2004). Closing the Gender Gap: Girls, Technological Fluency, and PBL. Learning and Leading with Technology, 31(6). Retrieved June 2, 2008, from http://search.ebscohost.com Meyen, E., Poggio, J., Soonhwa, S., & Smith, S. (2006, March). Equity for Students with High-Incidence Disabilities in Statewide Assessments: A Technology-Based Solution. Focus on Exceptional Children, 38(7). Retrieved June 2, 2008, from http://search.ebscohost.com Nuwere, E. (2007). There is No Digital Divide. In D. Haugen and S. Musser (Eds.), Opposing Viewpoints Series: Technology and Society (pp. ??). Farmington Hills, MI: Thomson Gale. Silverman, S., & Pritchard, A. (1993, September). Guidance, Gender Equity, and Technology Education. Connecticut State Department of Education. Retrieved June 2, 2008, from http://search.ebscohost.com Teachers: Give Us Better Tech Training, Support. (2008, June 11.) eSchool News. www.eschoolnews.com. Retrieved June 12, 2008. <http://www.eschoolnews.com/news/top-news/?i=54091;_hbguid=f99984a6-9c03-4824-8e3a-1fcb0386c0ce&d=top-news>

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