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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ750757
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006-Dec
Pages: 8
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Girl Power in a Digital World: Considering the Complexity of Gender, Literacy, and Technology
Williams, Bronwyn T.
Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, v50 n4 p300-307 Dec 2006
The power of culture to shape gender identities becomes particularly crucial for adolescents as they make the transition from child to adult. Yet as adults we offer little coherent, direct instruction in such matters. The author advocates supporting girls as they explore complex and empowering literacy practices, particularly online.
Descriptors: Sexual Identity, Literacy, Gender Issues, Adolescents, Females, Sex Role, Traditional Schools, Computer Literacy, Context Effect, Reading Skills, Writing Skills, Identification (Psychology), Empowerment, Information Technology, Cultural Influences, Access to Computers
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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