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ERIC Number: EJ932484
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011
Pages: 26
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ISSN: ISSN-0380-2361
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Gender Digital Divide and Challenges in Undergraduate Computer Science Programs
Stoilescu, Dorian; McDougall, Douglas
Canadian Journal of Education, v34 n1 p308-333 2011
Previous research revealed a reduced number of female students registered in computer science studies. In addition, the female students feel isolated, have reduced confidence, and underperform. This article explores differences between female and male students in undergraduate computer science programs in a mid-size university in Ontario. Based on Kelly's (2008) three levels of digital divide (resources, instruction, and culture specific knowledge), we explored gender specific challenges for each level. The research shows that, while the first level of digital divide is difficult to detect and the second layer is easily detectable, the third layer of digital divide is particularly pervasive and has a disconcerting outcome.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Canada
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