Question

An effective classroom Strategy to reduce gender stereotyping and broadening developmental possibilities for all sexes is
1. forming same-sex ability groupings.
2. forming mixed-sex activity groups and promote discussion.
3. to ignore and dismiss biological differences among the sexes.
4. to reinforce gender roles as portrayed in the society.

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : forming mixed-sex activity groups and promote discussion.

Gender is a social construct that impacts attitudes, roles, responsibilities, and behaviour patterns of boys and girls, men, and women in all societies. 

Gender Stereotyping refers to to-

• one-sided and exaggerated images of men and women which are deployed repeatedly in everyday lives.
• the assignment of roles, tasks and responsibilities to a particular gender on the basis of preconceived prejudices.
• It is also the assumptions made about a particular gender that may be positive or negative. 
• Some of the stereotypes of men and women are: ‘men are not sensitive’; ‘women are not great drivers’ and ‘women love nagging and gossiping’. 

 

Strategies to reduce gender stereotype-

• A school that practices gender equality combines healthy educational theory and practice.
• Gender equality can be introduced through the very text/practice of the educational institutions. 
• It is ensured that both girls and boys can work in the same group with equal participation.
• the teacher has to evolve inclusive assessment strategies which are free from all biases. 

Thus from above-mentioned points, it is clear that forming mixed-sex activity groups and promotes discussion is the best strategy to reduce gender stereotyping and broadening developmental possibilities for all sexes.