Gender roles and gender identity are the focus of a lesson plan designed for high school special education classes. Read the introduction to the packet carefully, as it contains advice about how to approach the subject with your classes.

Concepts

gender, human sexuality

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programs

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Instructional Ideas

• Read through the entire packet before deciding to use this resource

Classroom Considerations

• The lesson attempts to establish gender norms while respecting the different types of gender expression, and comes with a caution to proceed only with the guidance of a mental health professional who is familiar with gender identification
• Part of a series of lessons, designed to be used in order, that focuses on family life and sexual health

Pros

• The packet includes flash cards, worksheets, suggested activities, and cautions about using the lesson

Cons

• While learning to recognize frequently used gender symbols is important, the issues surrounding gender identity are inadequately addressed