Exploring the Experiences of Women Academics in England: The Combined Effects of Societal, Structural and Life‐Stage Factors.
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| Title: | Exploring the Experiences of Women Academics in England: The Combined Effects of Societal, Structural and Life‐Stage Factors. |
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| Authors: | Quickfall, Aimee1 (AUTHOR) a.quickfall@leedstrinity.ac.uk |
| Source: | Higher Education Quarterly. Jan2025, Vol. 79 Issue 1, p1-12. 12p. |
| Subject Terms: | *Women in education, *Academia, *Higher education, Gender role, Motherhood |
| Abstract: | This study explored the experiences of women who are academics working in UK higher education (HE), using a feminist approach and narrative methods and analysis. The purpose of the research was to explore the experiences of women, with a view to highlighting potential shared experiences, informing the policies of universities and adding to the body of knowledge on women in HE. Findings include narrative themes around gender roles, male‐dominated academia and life‐stage impact on career. Concluding recommendations include meaningful recognition of pastoral roles and promotion tracks which value these skills and support for women's life stages, including maternity, motherhood, menopause and sandwich caring. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | This study explored the experiences of women who are academics working in UK higher education (HE), using a feminist approach and narrative methods and analysis. The purpose of the research was to explore the experiences of women, with a view to highlighting potential shared experiences, informing the policies of universities and adding to the body of knowledge on women in HE. Findings include narrative themes around gender roles, male‐dominated academia and life‐stage impact on career. Concluding recommendations include meaningful recognition of pastoral roles and promotion tracks which value these skills and support for women's life stages, including maternity, motherhood, menopause and sandwich caring. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 09515224 |
| DOI: | 10.1111/hequ.12581 |
