Women in Higher Education: Perspectives from the University of Peradeniya
Date
1996-08-10
Authors
Liyanage, K.
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Publisher
University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya
Abstract
This paper examines the differences between male and female participation and achievements in academic and non academic activities in the University of Peradeniya. The paper will focus on six areas a) the changing pattern of female student enrolment in subjects and fields of study,_b) gender-wise academic achievements, c) participation of female students in extra curricular activities, d) the various aspects to the residential life of female students, e) female representation in different levels of academic staff, their promotional prospects and the contribution made by them to academic activities, f) the problems faced by female students as well as female teachers.
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Education , Higher Education , Human Progress
Citation
Proceedings of the Annual Research Sessions, August 10,1996, Uninversity of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, pp21-48