EqualBITE: Gender equality in higher education

Robertson, Judy; Williams, Alison; Jones, Derek; Isbel, Lara and Loads, Daphne eds. (2017). EqualBITE: Gender equality in higher education. Rotterdam: Sense Publishers.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1163/9789463511438

Abstract

“The ivory tower, like other stately homes in the UK, might present a grand façade to the world but closer inspection reveals a dark, spidery basement full of inequalities.”

Gender imbalances still exist across all areas of higher education. From salaries and promotion, to representation in the curriculum, formal approaches and good intentions rarely address the full complexity. EqualBITE digs into the messy reality of higher education gender issues, presenting people’s stories, experiences and frustrations and – more importantly – what can be done. University of Edinburgh students and staff share real-life experiences of gender challenges and opportunities, and their constructive responses. The book condenses current academic research into practical actions that do make a difference.

EqualBITE is a pragmatic and positive response to gender issues in academia – a catalyst for creating a culture which is better for everyone.

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