Bob is just starting his first permanent job as a math teacher for a split Grade 5/Grade 6 class.If Bob's attitude toward sex differences in performance reflects that of the average teacher,what performance will he expect of the boys and girls in his class?

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The average teacher tends to have a stereotype that boys have greater ability in math and that girls have to work harder to achieve the same level of performance. This stereotype has been shown to be without merit, but it is still prevalent among many teachers. Therefore, if Bob's attitude is reflective of the average teacher, he will likely expect the boys to have greater ability and the girls to work harder to achieve the same level of performance.

Bob Is Just Starting His First Permanent Job as a Math