The Wider Society

Question 1

Who proposed that wider society, parents, and the media contribute to boys’ underperformance?

Answer 1

Hartley and Sutton (2011)

This proposal highlights the influence of societal attitudes on boys’ educational outcomes.

Question 2

What phrases are mentioned as contributing to the underperformance of boys?

Answer 2

• ‘silly boys’
• ‘school boy pranks’

These phrases reflect a dismissive attitude towards boys’ behavior and capabilities.

Question 3

What is the narrative regarding the maturity of boys compared to girls?

Answer 3

Boys are considered to be maturing 2 years behind girls of the same age

This narrative suggests a developmental lag in boys relative to their female peers.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The narrative suggests that boys will be _______.

Answer 4

boys

This phrase implies a stereotype that boys will always behave in a certain way, regardless of expectations.

Question 5

What impact does the media have on boys’ performance in society according to Hartley and Sutton?

Answer 5

The media contributes to boys’ underperformance by perpetuating negative stereotypes

This suggests that media representations can shape societal expectations and behaviors.