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Taking a Stand: The Role of the Early Childhood Teacher in Educating Against HomophobiaTaking a Stand: The Role of the Early Childhood Teacher in Educating Against Homophobia
Author:
Tamar Ascher Shai
David Yellin College of Education, IL
Abstract
This article focuses on early childhood educators’ readiness to address controversial issues in the classroom related to gender and sexual identity in young children, with a special focus on homosexuality and homophobia. The terms gender, sexual identity, sexual orientation, homosexuality, and homophobia are defined in relation to the part they play in the lives of young children and their families. The role of early childhood teachers and consequently the roles played by individuals who train teachers (teacher trainers) are also presented for discussion.
How to Cite:
Shai, T.A., 2011. Taking a Stand: The Role of the Early Childhood Teacher in Educating Against HomophobiaTaking a Stand: The Role of the Early Childhood Teacher in Educating Against Homophobia. Journal of Hate Studies, 9(1), pp.149–163. DOI: http://doi.org/10.33972/jhs.81
Published on
01 Jan 2011.
Peer Reviewed
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