xiv, 347 p. Illustrations. Notes. Recommended Reading. Index. "Failing at Fairness" examines the suppression of girls' intelligence and enthusiasm in classrooms and the emphasis placed on female appearance and accommodation. This phenomenon is found at all levels of schooling, from the primary grades through graduate school. The Sadkers, top researchers in the field of education for 20 years, have charted how, from elementary school through college and into the working world, girls are systematically denied opportunites in areas where boys are encouraged to excel, often by well-meaning teachers who are unaware they are transmitting sexist values. Very good in very good dust jacket. Signed by author. Inscription signed by David Sadker. DJ has minor wear and soiling.

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Title: Failing at Fairness: How America's Schools Cheat Girls
Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons, New York
Publication Date: 1994
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0684195410
ISBN 13: 9780684195414
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: First edition. First printing [stated].
Signed: Signed by Author(s)

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Chronicles studies that show how gender-biased education, often propagated by well-meaning teachers, affects the intellectual and social growth of girls and instructs how teachers and students can avoid this trap. 100,000 first printing. $60,000 ad/promo. Tour.

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Dr. Myra Sadker teaches at The American University (Washington, D.C.).

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