Shortchanging Girls, Shortchanging America Movie Review 1991

Discusses the study done by the American Association of University Women which reported a bias towards girls in education. Examines the "Pygmalion effect," which leads to low self-esteem and self-expectations, and the ramifications that could have on our society.

Distribution

American Association of University Women, 1111 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, Phone: (202)785-7700, Toll-free: 800-326-AAUW, Fax: (202)872-1425, Email: helpline@aauw.org, URL: http://www.aauw.org

Available on VHS
Running time 19 minutes.

Cast and Crew

Genres

Sociology, Education