Empowering Women in Higher Education

by Wisker Gina (Principal Lecturer and Staff Advisor Anglia Polytechnic University), Wisker

The issue of women's status in higher education continues to be contested.Building on her experience as a teacher in higher education and as a staff developer, the author discusses successful practices which have empowered women, and examines the issues which concern women students and staff in higher education. The first part focuses on women students, their needs and experiences and the changes to courses, teaching and learning practices which encourage women's learning. The second part examines women staff and issues such as recruitment, training, promotion and balancing teaching pressures with family life.Gina Wisker's book is essential reading for all women working in higher education, from graduate students to full professors, for staff development groups and administrators, and men teaching women students.

Paperback

First published November 1, 1996