The degree of overlap between scores on male-normed and female-normed scales for Kuder Occupational Interest Survey criterion groups was studied. Results provide clues to sex-typical and sex-atypical interests of these groups. (Author)

Program completion rates were computed for males and females who were enrolled in traditional and nontraditional Comprehensive Employment and Training Act vocational training. Program completion rates for balance-of-state training programs were generally high with the exception of females enrolled in vocational training programs which have been…

A study was designed to identify the nontraditional deterrents to entry into nontraditional occupations by women. The barriers fall into two major categories: women's own perceptions and pressures from persons considered important to them. (JOW)

Women holding male-dominated jobs are more likely to be older and better educated, have fathers with higher educational levels, be childless, and rate success as more important to feelings of well-being. Women in female-dominated jobs rated the importance of their work higher than did women in male-dominated jobs. (Author)

Investigated vocational thinking of children by analyzing age and gender differences in types of questions children (N=122) would ask in their interactions with nontraditional workers. Findings revealed developmental changes in children's vocational thinking: younger children asked affective questions and older elementary children asked more…

Investigated differences in career experiences of African-American women in traditional (n=85) and nontraditional (n=48) professions. Results indicated marriage was more of a barrier for nontraditionals than traditionals. Nontraditionals were more likely to report barriers to career success such as racial and gender discrimination, limited…

Describes a year-long elementary school program in Hull (England) designed to diminish sex stereotyping. Employed craft, design, and technology projects, caring jobs for boys, football for girls, and school visits by adults in nontraditional occupations. Improved behavior of boys resulted, allowing teachers to give equal attention to girls. (DM)

Identifies what counselor must do to broaden career options for young women and work toward gender equity. Focuses on counselor awareness; cultural expectations and gender role stereotypes; mathematics and science stereotypes; self-concept; self-esteem and self-confidence; fear of success; family and life planning; parental and peer influence; and…

Social, cultural, and institutional barriers inhibit entry of women into nontraditional education and employment. Teacher and counselor behavior, strategic institutional changes, and sex equity leadership are needed to alter current patterns of occupational segregation. (SK)

A study to determine the attitudes of secondary school principals toward hiring vocational education teachers from the minority gender (that is, males for home economics and women for technology education) received 115 responses from 125 Louisiana principals. Results showed they perceived nontraditional teacher occupations more favorably for women…

Traces the history and experiences of some educators who have transcended gender stereotypes. Presents a historical analysis of how fear of homosexuality emerged among educators and the public and how homophobia has permeated rigid gender-defined roles in school employment. (SLD)

This booklet contains 18 one-page summaries of programs, practices, and publications that were awarded American Association for Career Education (AACE) Citations for Career Education Initiatives from 1992-1995. They represent ongoing, tangible, replicable, and innovative career education programs, practices, and publications as well as significant…

The operation of the U.S. Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training was examined to determine the following: (1) the use of apprenticeship to train workers; (2) federal and state resources dedicated to administering apprenticeship; and (3) the representation of minorities and women in apprenticeship. Information was obtained from the U.S. Department…

Although much attention has been focused on women moving into work roles traditionally held by men, men who work in a profession or occupation with a high proportion of women essentially have been overlooked. Questionnaires were completed by 61 male alumni from a school of nursing in a study which attempted to: (1) describe demographic…

Women workers are establishing an identity for themselves in the traditionally male-dominated work world of mechanics, carpenters, construction workers, technicians, and engineers, drawn by incentives ranging from higher pay to training and advancement opportunities. Of the over 12.5 million women employed in industrial and service occupations,…