Gender and fair assessment
By: Warren W. Willingham, Nancy S. Cole in collaboration with Brent Bridgeman ... [et al.].
Contributors: Cole, Nancy S.
Publisher: L. Erlbaum Associates
Published: 1997
Place of publication: Mahwah, N.J
Language: eng
Number of pages: 411
Subjects: Educational tests and measurements -- United States -- Sex differences; Educational tests and measurements -- Social aspects -- United States; Academic achievement -- United States -- Sex differences; Examinations -- United States -- Design and construction
Description: This book provides a comprehensive analysis of gender differences and similarities in test performance. Based on a review of current research as well as extensive new data, the authors describe results for different types of knowledge and skills in nationally representative samples, as well as major high-stakes tests. They also present data on grades, accomplishments, and patterns of experience and interest that play a critical role in the development of young women and men.

The book examines the implications of these patterns and other research evidence on a number of questions and identifies seven important issues in fair assessment.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 367-398) and indexes.