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Dr Rae Condie, University of Strathclyde
Dr Alastair McPhee, Dr Christine Forde, Jean Kane, Dr George Head, University of Glasgow
ISBN 0 7559 6039 4 (Web only publication)
ISSN 0950 2254
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CONTENTS

Acknowledgements

Executive Summary

1. The Study

2. Review of the literature
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Inequalities in attainment
2.3 Causes of gender inequality
2.4 Stage-specific issues
2.5 Strategies in relation to learning, teaching and assessment
2.6 Classroom organisation
2.7 A whole school perspective
2.8 Vocational education
2.9 Conclusion

3. Survey of local authorities
3.1 Policy and planning
3.2 Policy documentation
3.3 Staff development and research
3.4 Strategies to address gender inequalities

4. Schools and strategies: the case studies
4.1 Case study methodology
4.2 Early literacy
4.3 Self-concept and esteem
4.4 Progression and continuity
4.5 Achievement - Single gender classes
4.6 Other relevant strategies
4.7 Summary

5. Discussion
5.1 Gender inequality and Scottish schools
5.2 Current policies and strategies
5.3 The views of school staff, pupils and parents
5.4 Effective strategies to address gender inequalities

References
Appendix 1: Questionnaire for local authorities
Appendix 2: List of strategies identified by local authorities
Appendix 3: Interview schedules
Appendix 4: Protocol for case study visits

The views expressed in the report are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Scottish Executive or any other organisation(s) by which the author(s) is/are employed.

The Scottish Executive is making this research report available on-line in order to provide access to its contents for those interested in the subject. The Executive commissioned the research but has not exercised editorial control over the report.

This web only report is accompanied by "Insight 31: Review of Strategies to Address Gender Inequalities in Scottish Schools" and a web only report on "Strategies to Address Gender Inequalities in Scottish Schools - A Review of the Literature". Both reports are published by Information and Analytical Services Division, Scottish Executive Education Department, Victoria Quay, Edinburgh, EH6 6QQ. If you have any enquiries about these reports please contact the Dissemination Officer on 0131-244-0316.

Both reports were published in May 2006

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