Academic Achievements: Perspectives, Gender Differences and Outcomes

The differences in experiences between male and female students, including race, economic status, and environment, lead to disparities in academic outcomes. This book presents a compilation of studies that focus on these disparities in education in places like India, Rwanda, and Texas.

Format: Hardback
Length: 223 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2021
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc

Education faces a pressing concern worldwide due to the differing experiences between male and female students, which ultimately impact their academic outcomes. These differences are influenced by a multitude of factors, including race, economic status, and environment. In the Devanga community in India, for instance, women and girls encounter discrimination, leading to limited educational opportunities and an expectation to fulfill nurturing and care-giving roles. On the other hand, male students face no such restrictions. Conversely, in Lebanon, female students surpass male students in various subjects, despite facing significant gender discrimination in the country.

This book aims to shed light on disparities in education resulting from factors such as race, gender, and economic background in regions like India, Rwanda, and Texas. It encompasses a comprehensive collection of studies that examine these issues, specifically focusing on elementary, middle, high school, and college students. By exploring these disparities, the book seeks to provide insights into the challenges faced by students from diverse backgrounds and offer strategies for addressing these challenges to promote equal educational opportunities for all.

Weight: 451g
ISBN-13: 9781536194449