2014 GCSE computing curriculum changes led to a 50% decline in girls studying computing in England.
A King's College London study reveals a decline in girls studying GCSE computing in England, with numbers halving since 2014 after curriculum changes. The new computer science GCSE, focusing on computer theory, coding, and programming, may deter young women. To address this, researchers recommend curriculum reform, better support for computing teachers, and changing the narrative around computing to focus beyond male tech entrepreneurs.
June 26, 2024
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