The Effect of Computer Use on Grade 1 Children's Gender Stereotypes about Reading, Writing and Computer Use.

Collis, Betty; Ollila, Lloyd

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Publication Date: 1990

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The Effect of Computer Use on Grade 1 Children's Gender Stereotypes about Reading, Writing and Computer Use.

Collis, Betty; Ollila, Lloyd

Journal of Research and Development in Education, v24 n1 p14-20 Fall 1990

Findings from a study of 120 first grade children who had regular access to language arts computer experiences indicate (1) young children do not perceive reading as a female activity; (2) for writing there was no consistent gender association; (3) computer use was seen as a masculine activity by all children. (IAH)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Grade 1, Primary Education, Reading Attitudes, Sex Stereotypes, Student Attitudes, Writing Attitudes

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Language: English

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