Differently Literate: Boys, Girls and the Schooling of Literacy

by Elaine Millard

Overview

Presents research into the differences in boy's and girl's experiences of the reading and writing curriculum at home and in school. The book is presented in three sections: an outline of the theoretical debates on gender difference and academic achievement; a description of the research into these issues conducted by the author; and an analysis of the author's findings. In discussing the outcome of her research, the author aims to highlight further areas for more detailed study and makes recommendations for the development of literacy policies, which cross curriculum boundaries in schools.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781135713874
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	09/26/2002
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	224
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Dr Elaine Millard

Table of Contents

Part 1 Considering gender and literacy research: the influence of gender on schooling; the teaching of reading and writing in school and its legacy. Part 2 The research evidence: a choice of narrative pleasures; how do they read?; reading beyond the pleasure principle; reading into writing. Part 3 Analysis and recommendations: making connections from fieldwork to practice.