Our education system should adjust to the needs of boys

Dozens of studies in every arena, from childhood development to brain science, show that our educational process not only favors girls over boys but also sets up boys for early learning failure and discouragement. Because boys lag girls developmentally, they are not nearly as ready to read and write in kindergarten — yet today, that is what’s required…

Boys have less serotonin than girls, and they learn by manipulating things, not by sitting quietly at a desk. Yet if they can’t sit still, they are labeled disruptive. Too many boys develop painful educational insecurities, shut down youthful interest in learning, and focus instead on video games, sports or whatever else makes them feel adept.

Source: Seattle Times
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/opinion/2003198869_womanrebut15.html