This study employs a critical feminist perspective to investigate the experiences of male primary school student teachers in practicum schools in China. It aims to delve into and bring to light the intricate challenges they face when navigating their gender and professional identity. The findings reveal that the prevailing discourses surrounding…

It is well established that China has emerged as a major economic power, resulting from the nation's neoliberal modernization. What is less understood is the socio-cultural and educational impact of this change on public institutions. This article focuses on the education system, which is currently seen as central to delivering the nation's…

This paper explores the impact of gender on the employment of men in early childhood education and care (ECEC) centres through the voices of male and female early childhood teachers (ECTs) working in China. Gender imbalance in the ECEC workforce is a global phenomenon, and there has been little research about it in countries such as China. This…

Examines the relationship between sex role orientation and self-esteem in a study of Chinese high school students. Includes the following self-esteem domains: (1) academic; (2) appearance; (3) physical ability; (4) social; and (5) general. Results generally support the masculinity model. (JS)