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The lag of girls in mathematics was associated with anxiety and gender stereotypes
In recent decades, girls have successfully competed with boys in most items and had higher marks, as well as the chances of obtaining higher education. The exception remained mathematics, because of this, women were less likely to choose some professions. To the publication of this, The Economist drew the attention of the “Spit” magazine.
Scientists from France decided to analyze this phenomenon and find out when there is a difference in performance between boys and girls. They used data on the test results of 2.6 million children and the dynamics of their performance at the age of six for one school year.
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The gender gap began to occur after four months of study, and by the next academic year the girls in the ranking of the best students of the class turned out to be two times less than boys. This trend was preserved in both private and public schools, delving into high income families, as well as in pairs where both parents are scientists.
Researchers associate this with the fact that the test of mathematical knowledge is usually carried out in conditions of time limits, which, according to The Economist, is more serious on the results of girls than boys. It is anxiety due to a lack of time, and not the difference in knowledge as a result, causes a decrease in performance, scientists say.
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The influence of gender stereotypes is also noted, many of which come from the parents of the girls. They are confident that the boys cope with mathematics better, since this is due to natural differences. In the future, this affects the confidence of the girls in themselves. This effect is enhanced in wealthy families in which parents are involved in teaching children and convey their views to them.
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