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Gender issues in the use of computers in education in Africa

Gender issues in the use of computers in education in Africa

Authors: H. Derbyshire
Publisher: Imfundo, 2003

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This report is a desk review which explores gender issues in the use of computers in education in Africa. Although there is currently little Africa specific research, European and north American research has consistently highlighted gender differences and inequalities in access to computers in education, in attitudes towards and use of computers, and on educational impact. This review draws on these findings, and those of broader research on gender in development and education in Africa, to highlight issues which are the basis for Gender Guidelines on the use of computers in schools and teacher education.

The report is divided into four sections:

  1. gender analysis of computers in schools;
  2. gender analysis of computers in teacher education;
  3. review and discussion of findings;
  4. gender guidelines for policy making and planning.

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