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ERIC Number: EJ377332
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Sexual Stereotyping and the English Curriculum.
Lake, Patricia
English Journal, v77 n6 p35-38 Oct 1988
Notes the severe gender imbalance in reading lists provided by the Educational Testing Service and even by the author. Claims these present a distorted view of literary heritage, reinforce stereotypical values, and do psychological damage to female students (especially those who are gifted). (SR)
Descriptors: English Curriculum, Reading Materials, Secondary Education, Sex Bias, Sex Stereotypes
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Educational Testing Service; Literary Canon; Literature Instruction