4 activities x 50 minutes each (100 minutes for the younger pupils)
Group size:
25-30 students
Lesson 1
Lesson 1
Activity 1
The introduction to the theme is done by playing a little role: two 5th form pupils from different sexes take turns to leave the classroom. The first one to remain is the boy and he has to act out some instructions given by the teacher (e.g. Run like a girl! Jump like a girl! Fight like a girl! Throw like a girl! Laugh like a girl!) Then the same instructions are given to the girl. Afterwards the same role-play is performed by the 9th form pupils. The purpose is to demystify any gender prejudice. If the outcome is not as expected, the teacher projects the “always” advertisement video where girls can be seen doing the same things as boys.
Activity 2
Figure1 is projected and the whole class will place the adjectives according to each gender
Activity 3
The teacher divides the board into two parts with two subtitles: agree and disagree, the teacher sticks on the board speech balloons containing gender stereotypes. The teacher asks if those statements make any sense or are just gender stereotypes which must be wiped out. Students should stand up and line up under each subtitle according to their opinion. A little debate is held, and students are asked to redo the previous exercise(fig.1)
Activity 4
Figure 2 is projected and students are supposed to express their opinion, and, in the end, they must copy the vocabulary onto their files.
Activity 5
A handout containing household chores is given to the pupils so that they commit themselves to helping at home.
Activity 6
An image (fig.3) portrays women as being fragile is shown in order to trigger a little debate.
Activity 7
From this activity on, only pupils from the 9th form are participating.
A definition of Gender equality is presented and then students infer which areas of society women are more discriminated (fig.4).
Activity 8
Pupils gather in groups (4 groups) each group chooses a picture, write a small paragraph describing what they see and then present it to the class.
Activity 9
Some facts and figures about women discrimination around the world are presented in order to trigger the curiosity to know more.
Activity 10
Pupils are asked to think about three actions that could improve the equality of gender.
Tips for the teacher
Tips for the teacher
Tips for the teacher
1) Ensure the level of discussion is appropriate to the age, context and understanding of the children in the class.
2) The younger students only participate until activity 6.
Debriefing
At the end of each class, the teacher asks for pupils’ feedback on what they have learnt.
Pupils are to hand a final self-assessment report mentioning commitment in the tasks, and a comment on the impact the content of these classes have had on them.
Follow-up/Inspiration for the future
Posting their works on the walls of school and school’s webpage.
Creating QR codes with more information on “equality of gender” and display them on the walls of the school library.
What adjectives/nouns would you choose to characterize men/women? Place each adjective accordingly.
For Activity 3
Society has progressed past outdated gender stereotypes. Or, has it?
Place yourself under “ Agree” or ” Disagree” group. State the reasons for your choice.
Gender stereotypes
Agree
Disagree
Real Men Don’t Cry
Real Men Are the Breadwinner
Women Are Quiet and Passive
Women Should Look Flawless
Women should do all the household chores
For Activity 4
Which chores are more suitable for girls/ women and which are for boys/men? Write each chore under male/female.
HOUSEHOLD CHORES
MALE
FEMALE
For Activity 5
Give your contribution to make the household chores easier for the whole family. Commit yourself by filling in the chart below. Stick it on the fridge!
For Activity 6
Describe the image. What message is conveyed in this picture? What does it mean? Do you agree? Justify your opinion.
Module 2: GENDER EQUALITY (SDG5) DA
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