United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization—at head of title.

Includes bibliographical references.

Contents: Foreword—Introduction—Unit 1. Introductory unit – setting the scene—Unit 2. Training and supporting teachers—Unit 3. Career guidance—Unit 4. Career guidance activities—Unit 5. Training and supporting science and mathematics teachers—Unit 6. Initial teacher education.

Abstract: Social and economic development of a country is closely linked to the educational level of its female population. As women in the developing world are generally under-represented in science and technology, this module aims to address the inherent gender disparities in this field, with a specific focus on Africa.