| Category |
(6) gender research (1) approaches to literacy/literature teaching (5) gender perspective on curriculum |
| Title |
( 21) Divided by a Common Language : gender and the English curriculum |
| Author |
Gilbert, Pam |
| Details |
Carlton , Vic. : Curriculum Corporation, 1994
ISBN 1 86366 272 3 |
| Description |
Drawing on a social-critical approach to language teaching, the author presents an examination of how language teaching and use acts to position readers/viewers in terms of gender. The author discusses the theoretical basis behind recent changes and gives practical examples related to how the English classroom can be used to promote gender equity and social justice. The book provides sample classroom activities, practical examples for teachers and questions related to gender. |
| Target market |
Secondary teachers |
| Purpose and/or Outcomes |
The purpose of the book is to help teachers identify and address the ways gender is constructed through language practices. |
| Possible Applications |
This book would be of particular use for teachers of English at the secondary level. It can be used to inform discussion and debate and to provide examples of classroom activities that can be used as templates to develop additional classroom units. |
| Additional information |
Includes an extensive bibliography which gives teachers a range of further reading. The book also makes up part of the series : Gender equity in curriculum reform. |
| Key Words |
English language – Study and teaching. Sex differences in education |