Date of Award
Spring 5-15-2015
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Education (MSEd)
Department
Education and Human Development
First Advisor
Lee Ann Townsend
Abstract
Gender stereotypes continue to influence the way students learn in the classroom, specifically while they are reading educational resources. Although many texts in the classroom display modern gender roles, there are several resources that contain gender stereotypes that may alter a student’s perception on gender. Using a qualitative study, the current study examined how students alter their perception on gender roles from various readings. Participants completed an interview and several questionnaires based on the readings they were given. Results suggest that reading does in fact change student’s perceptions on gender stereotypes. The students are also able to determine the difference between traditional and modern gender roles. Implications of results are discussed.
Repository Citation
Anzalone, Kelley L., "Reading and the Perception of Gender Roles" (2015). Education and Human Development Master's Theses. 548.
https://digitalcommons.brockport.edu/ehd_theses/548