Gender Differences in Enrollment in Computer Camps and Classes.

Hess, Robert D.; Niura, Irene T.

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ERIC Number: EJ324785

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Publication Date: 1985

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Gender Differences in Enrollment in Computer Camps and Classes.

Hess, Robert D.; Niura, Irene T.

Sex Roles, v13 n3-4 p193-203 Aug 1985

Presents possible explanations for enrollment differences between boys and girls in summer camps and classes offering microcomputer programing. Uses data on type of enrollment and sponsorship, difficulty level of programing classes, cost, and residential vs. day use. Ratio of males to females was found to increase with grade, cost, and level of difficulty. (Author/SA)

Descriptors: Day Camp Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Enrollment Trends, Job Training, Microcomputers, Programing, Resident Camp Programs, Sex Differences, Workshops

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Note: Theme issue with title "Women, Girls, and Computers."