任性solo：女性的前行不对男性的退行和“危机”负责｜别任性152期
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What is the 'boy crisis' in education and how does it relate to gender inequality?
The 'boy crisis' refers to the phenomenon where boys are underperforming compared to girls in educational metrics such as academic achievement, high school graduation rates, and college enrollment. This trend has been observed in over 70 developed countries. While it highlights some challenges faced by boys, it often overshadows the persistent gender inequalities that women face in education and beyond. The crisis is sometimes used to argue that educational systems favor girls, but this perspective ignores the structural and cultural biases that still disadvantage women.
How has the gender gap in higher education evolved in the United States?
In the United States, the gender gap in higher education has significantly shifted since the 1980s. By 1986, the number of women earning bachelor's and master's degrees surpassed that of men. As of 2005, women consistently make up about 57% of undergraduate and 60% of master's degree recipients. Women also reached parity in doctoral degrees by 2005 and have since increased their share to 54.2% by 2023. This shift reflects broader societal changes, including women's increasing participation in professional and high-paying careers.
What are some proposed solutions to the 'boy crisis' in education?
Proposed solutions to the 'boy crisis' include reforming educational methods to better suit boys' learning styles, such as incorporating more kinesthetic and hands-on activities, and increasing male role models in schools. Some suggest reverting to single-sex education or even militaristic training to foster traditional male traits. However, these solutions often reinforce gender stereotypes and fail to address the underlying structural issues that affect both boys and girls. Critics argue that educational reforms should focus on individual needs rather than gender-specific approaches.
What role do gender stereotypes play in educational outcomes?
Gender stereotypes significantly influence educational outcomes by shaping expectations and behaviors from an early age. For example, the stereotype that boys are naturally better at math than girls can lead to differential treatment by teachers and parents, which in turn affects children's self-confidence and performance. Studies show that when girls are exposed to positive messages about their abilities in STEM fields, their performance improves. These stereotypes not only limit girls' opportunities but also create pressure on boys to conform to traditional masculine roles, which can be detrimental to their emotional and social development.
How does the 'boy crisis' narrative impact gender equality efforts?
The 'boy crisis' narrative often shifts focus away from ongoing gender inequalities faced by women and girls, framing educational advancements by women as a problem for men. This perspective can lead to resistance against gender equality measures, such as affirmative action in education, which are seen as giving women an unfair advantage. The narrative also reinforces traditional gender roles and overlooks the broader structural issues, such as economic and racial inequalities, that affect educational outcomes for all genders.
- 男孩危机的数据常被用来否认女性在教育中的劣势
- 教育文化对性别差异的期待是塑造这种差异的重要因素
- STEM领域的性别差距并非源于天生的能力差异，而是性别偏见和社会文化的影响
- 低收入的有色和少数族裔群体中才存在男孩危机，中产以上的白人男孩并没有危机
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大家好，好久不见。今天是三八妇女节，我想用这期“任性solo”和大家聊聊教育中的性别歧视问题，包括女性在过去的几十年中在教育领域取得的大幅度向前迈进，以及直至今日仍面对的性别不平等。这期相关联的听友提问会出现在节目最后。
✨任性福利： 熟悉「别任性」的朋友可能听过我与心理咨询服务app**「glowe阁楼」合作过的第141期)和146期)节目。在去年的5月到9月，我的情绪和情感关系经历了一些严重的问题，这期间我使用了阁楼的心理咨询。现在回想，那个过程对于当时的我，或许产生的支撑意义比我当时体会到的更大。我还记得一位「阁楼」的咨询师在咨询过后用留言功能对我说，能从我身上感受到不屈的生命力和能量，即使我当时觉得很无力和无望。事实上，就是这种能量让我安然度过了那个时期，至今仍在指引着我摸索新的生活和创伤的修复。当我们身处低谷，我们不需要勉强自己很快爬出来，我们只是需要相信，自己能行，我们的生命力会牵引我们度过困苦，一切总会好起来的。但是在这个过程中，我们也需要有人倾听和理解，并提醒我们，我们本身具有力量。有需要的朋友可以尝试一下「阁楼」的服务。「glowe阁楼」是一个专注于提供线上心理咨询服务的App，它最独特的地方是，一次咨询包含了50分钟视频/语音+5天消息留言**。在50分钟正式咨询时间外，来访者还可以在5天内给咨询师留言，互动，比如咨询前可以先把你的诉求、疑惑和背景留言给咨询师，咨询之后，感想和反馈也可以留言给咨询师，所以在咨询间歇之间，也有很好的陪伴感。现在又到了春天，这个情绪和精神问题容易复发和高发的季节，请大家一定好好照顾自己。「阁楼」给大家准备了妇女节福利：下载「glowe阁楼」的app，注册时使用用**「别任性播客」的邀请码「brxbk」就可以享受50元折扣。另外如果你在学业和职场上因为不公平的性别待遇感到困扰，欢迎你在评论区留言，我会在一周后抽出三位听友赠送200元的「阁楼」优惠券**。特别提一下，「阁楼」上的一些咨询师接受过女性主义心理咨询和性少数心理咨询的训练，可能与别任性听友的需求更匹配，欢迎大家尝试。祝大家妇女节快乐。 这期节目中，我想从一个所谓“男孩危机”的角度去讲女性在教育中面对的不公正。这期内容来自我近期在**「看理想」app上每周更新的音频内容《性别不麻烦》**，一套系统性的性别话题阐述。我会时不时的与别任性的听友免费分享其中一些部分，如果你有兴趣购买整套《性别不麻烦》，3月底前可以使用下方粉丝折扣价。谢谢支持。
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时间点：
00:44 任性广告时间
03:00 关于《性别不麻烦》和折扣
03:25 对应着过去几十年中，女性在教育中的大幅挺进，出现了“男孩危机“
07:40 男孩们展现的严重发展问题，以及“解决方案”
12:13 “男孩危机”掩盖着在教育中的女性劣势
19:40 教育不公在中国，以及“男孩危机”的迷思
27:23 听友答疑：请义无反顾地前行
”Alexwood您好，我是一名STEM方向的在读博士生。前段时间“学术妲己”的相关新闻又一次地对我造成了心理方面的影响。同行们对这件事议论纷纷，他们的厌女情绪虽然没有直接地发泄在我身上，可是我依然会担心他们用这种眼光看待我。我接触女权概念也算是有整10年了，但是我从内心里依然无法完全地强大起来。学术圈的男性经常带有“因为是女生所以要照顾录取”的想法，而如果我将来因为“政治正确”在工作中得到更多机会，我心里其实会很难受。也许有人会说这是得便宜卖乖…不知道这个问题算不算一种心理问题，如果您有好的观点和建议希望能与我分享。”
30:35 「glowe阁楼」福利
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