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Peer reviewedBarthel, Diane – Signs, 1985
Introduces a three-stage historical model of female education in Africa during and since the colonial period. Suggests an historical tendency to educate only males, then an attempt to educate a limited number of females for "modern" roles. Contemporary situation presents educational opportunities for more women, but with subtle sexism…
Descriptors: African History, Colonialism, Educational Development, Educational History
