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Quantitative methods and gender inequalities. |
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International Journal of Social Research Methodology, 13(3), July 2010, pp.223-236. |
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1364-5579 |
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1464-5300 |
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In this article the author seeks to illustrate the strengths of quantitative methods for furthering understanding of gender inequalities using examples of research that is part of the Research Priority Network on Gender Inequalities in Production and Reproduction (GeNet). The main aim of the network is to analyse and explain the changing dynamics of gender inequalities in contemporary society. GeNet involves researchers from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds including sociology, psychology, economics, demography, geography, social policy, management and law. They use a range of techniques including statistical methods, state-of-the-art longitudinal analysis, as well as qualitative interviews and comparative analysis. As an exemplar the author describes three projects that examine the relationship between paid and unpaid work. These comprise two quantitative studies, the careers project and the time-use project, and a project of policy responses to work and care in the UK/EU which is a qualitative study. Evidence from these studies indicate that gender inequalities have been reduced but there is still a long way to go before gender equality is reached. The author argues that the study of gender inequalities in production and reproduction demands the best research practice. This requires selection of the most appropriate methodology for the research questions and must include quantitative methods. |
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employment; equal opportunities; gender; gender equality; quantitative research; sex discrimination; women; |
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www.scie-socialcareonline.org.uk/profile.asp?guid=2822700b-851b-44bd-841f-11dce8f7ebe8 |
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