With the boom of technology and science in modern-day society, those who hold skill working with computers remain in high demand. Countless college students run to earn a degree in computer science, while the integration of computers and tech in nearly every company makes sure a spot is always open for the newest computer science graduate. Ideally, this endeavor would be open to everyone willing to learn, regardless of gender. However, this may not be the case, as many believe in the existence of a bias against women in STEM fields. Max Taves highlights what he feels is the largest difference between men and women in computer science: their pay. Taves’ argument about the discrepancy between salaries among men and women in computer science holds some merit through sound ethos, but he unsuccessfully portrays the truth of the matter due to limited sources of information and poor use of statistical evidence.
Taves begins his article by outlining some of the benefits of a job in computer programming, including large bonuses reaching upwards of $200,000 and complimentary vacations. However, he immediately follows by claiming that while being a computer programmer is nice, it is especially nice for guys. Taves then introduces a study performed by Glassdoor, a popular job recruiting site. According to the study, which …show more content…
Taves briefly addresses the limitations of the study such as the types of jobs in each field reported before moving on to what he feels is the root of the issue: a lack of women in key tech positions. Statistics from renowned companies support his claim, and he follows by citing suggestions by Glassdoor for how to close the gap. He closes the article with the remark that adding women in tech positions may cause the wages to drop anyways based on a study by
Taves begins his article by outlining some of the benefits of a job in computer programming, including large bonuses reaching upwards of $200,000 and complimentary vacations. However, he immediately follows by claiming that while being a computer programmer is nice, it is especially nice for guys. Taves then introduces a study performed by Glassdoor, a popular job recruiting site. According to the study, which …show more content…
Taves briefly addresses the limitations of the study such as the types of jobs in each field reported before moving on to what he feels is the root of the issue: a lack of women in key tech positions. Statistics from renowned companies support his claim, and he follows by citing suggestions by Glassdoor for how to close the gap. He closes the article with the remark that adding women in tech positions may cause the wages to drop anyways based on a study by