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Are boys smarter than girls? There's a question guaranteed to get the attention of high school classes. Citing studies of brain function, test performance, and hiring practices, a short video provides much food for thought about how stereotypes impact performance.
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Instructional Ideas
- Continue the discussion with related video interviews featuring women in science
- Ask class members to watch the video and complete the comprehension check out of class before returning for discussion
Classroom Considerations
- Neither that dates of the research studies or their titles are included in the resource; have class members research current studies
- Be aware of discussing gender stereotypes without reinforcing them
Pros
- The resource includes the video, a comprehension check, and a discussion question
Cons
- Offers no explanation for the why the stereotype threat begins to affect girls at the age of five