Gender, Epistemology, and Education: An Exploration of the Knowledge Construction of Female and Male Pupils

This study explores gender differences in the knowledge constructed about World War II by 11- and 12-year-old Scottish pupils. Data collected over seven months included field notes, interviews, students\u27 reading and writing, and audiotapes of discussions. Examination revealed the young women\u27s work showcased individuals while the young men framed World War II information using a world view. The findings illustrate the epistemological differences that can exist between our male and female students as they construct their own understanding of topics