Girls, Boys, and Language (Language in Education)
By Joan Swann.
Description
How do girls and boys use language - in the community and when they come to school? Are the types of language used by girls and boys simply different, or do they contribute to inequalities between the sexes? What are the implications of gender differences, and inequalities, for teaching, learning and assessment? How can teachers monitor girls' and boys' language in the classroom? And how can they introduce 'equal opportunities' in and through language. These are some of the issues considered in this book. It provides a brief overview of gender and language - focusing on ...
ISBN(s)
0631164693, 9780631164692
