WHERE ARE THE MEN? THE SCARCITY OF MALES IN EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASSROOMS
Titel:
WHERE ARE THE MEN? THE SCARCITY OF MALES IN EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASSROOMS
Auteur:
Martin, Doris M. Luth, Frank W.
Verschenen in:
Journal of early childhood teacher education
Paginering:
Jaargang 21 (2000) nr. 3 pagina's 321-330
Jaar:
2000
Inhoud:
This article examines issues surrounding the recruitment and employment of men in early childhood education, including special education, child care, and preschool through primary grade classrooms. Earlier research from the United States, Canada, and Australia concerning men in early education is reviewed. Issues discussed include the limitations of traditional gender roles, concerns of homosexuality, fear of sexual abuse accusations, salaries, and isolation. Initiating dialogue, identifying and remedying prejudices and practices that favor women, and activating support networks are among the activities suggested to increase the number of male teachers in early childhood classrooms.
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