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ERIC Number: EJ146183
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1976
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ISSN: ISSN-0001-8791
Neutralizing Sexist Titles in Holland's Self-Directed Search: What Difference Does It Make?
Boyd, Vivian S.
Journal of Vocational Behavior, 9, 2, 191-198, Oct 76
Sex-role stereotyping in the linguistic structure of Holland's Self-Directed Search (SDS) was examined. A revised SDS was constructed involving the removal of all masculine-toned terminology. The subjects did perceive the two inventories differently, with subjects completing the standard SDS viewing it as slightly less equitable. (Author)
Descriptors: Career Choice, College Students, Females, Interest Inventories, Interest Research, Research Projects, Sex Discrimination, Sex Stereotypes, Structural Linguistics, Test Construction, Vocational Interests
Publication Type: Journal Articles
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Identifiers: Self Directed Search