Florence Bascom and the Exclusion of Women From Earth Science Curriculum Materials.

Arnold, Lois

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Florence Bascom and the Exclusion of Women From Earth Science Curriculum Materials

Arnold, Lois

Journal of Geological Education, 23, 4, 110-113, Sep 75

Numerous excerpts from present day earth science curriculum materials reveal sexual discrimination. In addition, studies of photographs included in the materials reveal a high male dominance. The significant contributions of one earth scientist, Florence Bascom, are remembered. (CP)

Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Earth Science, Females, Feminism, Science Course Improvement Projects, Science Education, Sex Discrimination, Sex Stereotypes, Textbooks

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