Girls and Computers
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Girls and Computers
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- Why are girls under-represented in computer programming classes, and why should we be concerned?
- What can educators do to ensure that girls become savvy technology users?
- How can educators evaluate electronic resources to determine their potential appeal to girls and to stimulate an interest in technology?
Examining the Gender Gap in Technology
This University of Michigan site explores why we should be concerned about the low numbers of women in technology fields, and offers solutions for narrowing the computer gender gap.
Tech-Savvy: Educating Girls in the New Computer Age
The AAUW reports its findings about challenging gender and technology issues, and offers seven key recommendations for how schools and communities can address them.
Girls Tech
This site from Douglass College presents suggestions for helping young women become interested in computers and technology, and how to evaluate electronic resources and determine their appeal to females.
Girl Geeks
Sponsored by the Bay Area Video Coalition, this site is an online community for women and girls interested in technology and computing. Click on the Education tab and then Links and Resources to view a comprehensive list of online resources, and try the Streaming Video link to view videos of influential women talking about technology.
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