- Lesson - Gender Equality.pptx
To understand what gender equality means
To be able to evaluate gender equality in the workplace, families and in politics
To evaluate how as a society, we can challenge gender stereotypes
Gender Equality
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Knowledge, Skills
& Actions
NEW VOCABULARY
Gender Equality, Sexual Stereotyping, Gender Prejudice, Gender Discrimination, Glass Ceiling, Non-Binary
Monday, 24 April 2023
CELEBRATING
DIVERSITY & EQUALITY
Equality and
Diversity Explored
Lesson duration is: 50 minItems in this lesson
To understand what gender equality means
To be able to evaluate gender equality in the workplace, families and in politics
To evaluate how as a society, we can challenge gender stereotypes
Gender Equality
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Knowledge, Skills
& Actions
NEW VOCABULARY
Gender Equality, Sexual Stereotyping, Gender Prejudice, Gender Discrimination, Glass Ceiling, Non-Binary
Monday, 24 April 2023
CELEBRATING
DIVERSITY & EQUALITY
Equality and
Diversity Explored
PSHE CLASSROOM RULES
DEALING WITH SENSITIVE TOPICS
SAFEGUARDING YOUR WELFARE & HAVING YOUR INTERESTS AT HEART
Enjoy the lesson, challenge your perceptions and understand how to seek further advice and support
Complete a baseline assessment of where you think you are at for this lesson
(Discuss or complete sheet)
I am super
confident on this topic
Very
confident
Confident
A little confident
I’m not confident at all on this topic
2 Minutes
Gender Equality
Tasks
Using the grid above to help you come up with three questions about the image
2 Minutes
Give two examples of gender discrimination in society today. E.G. Many women are still paid less than men for the same job.
Why do men and women often compete in separate sports?
On average in the UK why do you think men earn more than women?
Who do you think is more likely to get promoted?
With a partner discuss a possible definition for each of the following key terms:
a) Gender Equality b) Gender Prejudice
c) Sexual Stereotyping d) Gender Discrimination
People of all genders should have the same rights.
The act of making assumptions about individuals based on their gender or sexual orientation.
Pre- judging someone because of their gender.
The unfair treatment of a person based on their gender.
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C
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D
Copy down the revealed definitions.
Give one example of each key term.
Key Term Definitions
Why do we celebrate this day?
What is the significance of this day?
Is this day fair on men?
What events could your school organise to celebrate this day?
Who are your positive female role models?
In an ideal world if everyone had strong role models and leaders to look up to in their communities then young people could grow up feeling as if they can achieve anything and be inspired to see what is possible for their futures.
Making a Difference
It is easy to assume that this is already happening in many parts of the world such as the UK, but is it really?
Complete the table
IS THERE FAIR FEMALE REPRESENTATION IN SOCIETY?
What is meant by the term ‘glass ceiling’?
Using the vocabulary above, complete the definition of the term ‘glass ceiling’.
qualifications
discrimination
prevented
The term ‘glass ceiling’ is used to describe an invisible _______ that prevents individuals, particularly _____ and members of __________, from advancing to higher positions in a ___________, regardless of their ____________ or achievements.
It represents the idea that certain groups of people are _________ from reaching the upper levels of the _________ ladder, often due to ____________, bias, or prejudice.
women
minorities
barrier
corporate
profession
What is meant by the term ‘glass ceiling’?
Copy down the definition of the term ‘glass ceiling’.
qualifications
discrimination
prevented
The term ‘glass ceiling’ is used to describe an invisible barrier that prevents individuals, particularly women and members of minorities, from advancing to higher positions in a profession, regardless of their qualifications or achievements.
It represents the idea that certain groups of people are prevented from reaching the upper levels of the corporate ladder, often due to discrimination, bias, or prejudice.
women
minorities
barrier
corporate
profession
What message do these graphics display about gender equality in the workplace?
Do you agree with them?
Talking Points
I think that …
I don’t think… is right because…
My opinion is…
I would argue the same because…
I disagree with… because…
Building on what… said. I think…
An alternate way of looking at this is…
I sort of agree, however….
I would challenge what.. said because ...
What Do You Think?
Do you agree or disagree? Why?
Can you add to the statement?
Do you have a question about the statement?
Would you like to challenge what is being said?
Do you have an alternative idea?
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Positive Discrimination Argument | Loose Women
6 Minutes
Imagine a world where the glass ceiling does not exist.
What would be different? What would be the same? Do you prefer this world?
Imagine you woke up tomorrow and the glass ceiling did not exist.
How would you feel?
Are there differences between how men and women feel in this new world?
Make notes on these questions and the questions in the thought bubble above.
In the English language, the word "he" is used to refer to males and "she" to refer to females. But some people identify as neither gender, or both.
As someone’s gender identity might not be immediately obvious, you might use the wrong pronouns when addressing them. If you are unsure you can ask politely, what pronouns they prefer. Always respect their answer.
They, Ze and Hir are some examples of gender neutral pronouns. These pronouns can be used for any gender and are gender neutral.
WHY DOES A PRONOUN MEAN EVERYTHING?
If you are unsure of someone’s gender identity you can ask politely, what pronouns they prefer.
As a class think of arguments to support why women should be treated equally in all aspects of society and have the right to vote (same rights as men) in every country around the world.
(Bring your ideas to the board on post-it-notes)
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Emma Watson Gives Rousing Speech on Women's Rights to the UN
3 Minutes
E.G. To demonstrate that their views are respected just as much as men’s views
Talking Points
I think that …
I don’t think… is right because…
My opinion is…
I would argue the same because…
I disagree with… because…
Building on what… said. I think…
An alternate way of looking at this is…
I sort of agree, however….
I would challenge what.. said because ...
What Do You Think?
Do you agree or disagree? Why?
Can you add to the statement?
Do you have a question about the statement?
Would you like to challenge what is being said?
Do you have an alternative idea?
?
Complete the confidence checker of where you think you are at for this lesson
(Discussion or complete sheet)
I am super
confident on this topic
Very
confident
Confident
A little confident
I’m not confident at all on this topic
3 Minutes
REVIEW YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES
Research a female figure who has been described as “smashing the glass ceiling”.
Write a short biography and include:
Personal details like their name and what country they live in
Why they are considered as having smashed the glass ceiling?
How they did it.
What you have learned from their story that can be applied to smashing your own glass ceiling?
Homework Explained
2 Minutes
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE TOPICS COVERED IN THIS UNIT
WE WOULD ADVISE ONE OF THE BELOW:
SPEAK TO YOUR PARENTS/GUARDIANS, HEAD OF YEAR,
A TRUSTED ADULT OR FRIEND.
IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS ABOUT YOURSELF OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO SPEAK UP AND TELL SOMEONE!
SPECIFIC FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS TOPIC CAN BE FOUND HERE:
Equality & Human Rights Commission https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/en
Gender Trust http://www.gendertrust.org.uk/
Everyday Feminism https://everydayfeminism.com/
CALL 0300 330 0630 (Switchboard.LGBT 10 am – 10 pm everyday) CALL 04879 568 256 (INFORM)
2 Minutes
REFER TO MINDFULNESS POWERPOINT
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