RT Journal Article SR Electronic A1 Šmídová, Iva T1 Muži na okraji: systémové znevýhodnění mladých mužů bez maturity? JF Gender, Equal Opportunities, Research YR 2008 VO 9 IS 2 SP 22 OP 27 UL https://genderonline.cz/artkey/gav-200802-0003.php AB The text examines school failure and the underachievement of boys in the light of the wider context of gendered, un/equal opportunities in the education system and process. Recent findings from international research reports are raised in a discussion to confirm or refute theories of the marginalization of boys and young men. Based on relevant Czech statistical data, the article contributes to opening up Czech sociological debate on gendered educational and life courses.