By exposing multiple needs for the engagement of boys in the classroom, Ali Carr-Chellman discussed why boys are lacking in the educational process. More boys are expelled or in special education programs than girls. Since each student is unique, there has to be a reasoning for this dramatic range of boys to girls. Carr-Chellman believes zero tolerance, fewer male teachers, and unrealistic expectations are to blame for boys falling behind. Schools expect boys to come to class, sit quietly, and not express their aggressive nature. Clearly this not fair because these expectations are set more easily for girls. Ultimately, we are basically setting up males to fail in the educational process.
However, since educators are the main problem in boys falling behind, educators could also be the solution. First of all,we must meet boys in their zones. Allow them to express their ideas and not control their thinking process. I believe that people create the best ideas when they are being unique to themselves, so I can only expect the same for my future male students. Instead of trying to redirect boy's interest in gaming, we should embrace this passion. By creating education games, boys would feel more connected with learning. If the process of avoiding aggressiveness and gaming is not working, then maybe the opposite attitude will improve a boy's education.
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