Four eighth grade literature anthologies ("Focus,""Counterpoint,""Perception," and "Adventures for Readers") were analyzed to determine what roles women played in adolescent literature anthologies. Out of the 171 selections analyzed, only 24 had female authors. Selections which contained no female characters, depicted women in a negative view, or…

To offset sex-related chauvinism in the teaching of language and literature in the university, we must not only revise our courses, but we must also recognize and combat the inherited attitudes toward sexual roles disseminated in elementary and secondary schools. Furthermore, we need to neutralize any prejudiced concepts which the student may have…

The problem of sex bias in textbooks, particularly at the elementary level, is treated in this report. Sexism is defined and discussed in relation to the current women's movement. Research findings, as well as examples taken from various texts, indicate sex stereotyping and discrimination in instructional materials. A list of available remedies…

Considered recent changes occuring in educational programs that have previously allowed sex discrimination. Listed Federal moves designed to eliminate sexism. (Author/RK)

A look at some English and American dictionaries and encyclopedias affirms the charge of "Manglish"--a male orientation of the English language. Sex stereotypes are manifested in occupational titles, certain cultural notions, and societal attitudes which are reflected in our language. School texts and dictionaries perpetuate this sexism and…

Discussed the necessity for eliminating sexist values from textbooks and reading materials for young readers. (Author/RK)

Authors investigated sex role steroetyping in three major areas: elementary school basal readers, educational achievement tests, and differential curricular requirements for males and females. (Editor)

Publishers have responded to calls for more minority characters and females in basal readers, but many of the changes appear superficial. (MKM)

This pamphlet presents guidelines for the improvement of the image of women in textbooks. General guidelines for the text and illustrations of textbooks are: (1) the actions and achievements of women should be recognized; (2) women and girls should be given the same respect as men and boys; and (3) abilities, traits, interests, and activities…

Gross stereotypes, subtle distortions, and omissions in references to ethnic groups in children's literature play a direct part in forming children's attitudes at an early age. One of the requirements for elementary education teacher certification at Penn State University is a course in children's literature with an emphasis on guiding students…

This handbook was written for readers aware of and concerned about the sex bias in public schools in the areas of athletic budgets, sex stereotyping in children's books, differential expectations in classroom behavior, counseling attitudes and practices, school personnel assignments, and the impact of defining stereotyped roles to boys and girls…

This memorandum reviews the need for studies on sex discrimination in public schools and suggests groups that should make local reviews and those areas which need reviewing -- one sex schools; one sex or practically one sex courses; physical education, sports, and other extracurricular activities; textbooks, library books, and other curricular…