Perspectives on Improving the Gender Composition of Computing

Abstract
Collective action at the local and national levels is needed if we wish to achieve women's full participation as creators of computing technology. This paper reviews themes from research on the gender composition of computing with particular emphasis on the United States. The author highlights evidence that both culture and social structures contribute to creating and maintaining women’s underrepresentation in this increasingly influential field.
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Keywords
gender, women, computing, underrepresentation, intervention
Author Biography
J. McGrath Cohoon
National Center for Women & IT
Senior Research Scientist
University of Virginia
Associate Professor
Science, Technology & Society