Feminism, Gender, and Histories of Education

Abstract

This chapter examines current debates and trends in gender and feminist inquiry in the history of education, noting the influence of feminist history more broadly, as well as influences deriving from the specific field of education. Key historiographical concerns are illustrated with case examples, most drawn from Australia. I distinguish between histories of feminism and those of gender and education and argue for greater consideration of the historicity of approaches and questions informing both endeavors. Section 1, “Feminism, Gender, and Historiographical Motifs”, notes contemporary debates and dilemmas and revisits influential approaches and concepts, notably from the second wave of fem..