How Does Gender Affect Pupils' Behaviour and Development? Gender-related Heterogeneity in the EFL-Classroom

Term Paper , 2018 , 19 Pages , Grade: 1,3

Didactics for the subject English - Miscellaneous

This work aims at presenting and critically discussing gender-related stereotypes in the EFL-classroom and in schools in general and how they affect the pupils’ behavior and development. The students’ as well as the teachers' ascriptions towards the two genders "male" and "female" are being discussed and the way teachers should be aware of gender-related stereotypes is brought up.

First, the different aspects of heterogeneity in the EFL-classroom are defined. Afterwards, gender as one aspect of heterogeneity is elucidated. The terms gender and sex are being differentiated and important aspects of gender equity and gender differences are named. Chapter 4 deals with gender-related stereotypes in the EFL-classroom and in school in general. The ideal female and the ideal male characteristics are specified and disadvantages of gender-related ascriptions by teachers and pupils are discussed. The last chapter illustrates the teachers' role in the EFL-classroom where stereotypes are practiced and how they should react to gender-related ascriptions. The work closes with a conclusion.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• 1 Introduction
• 2 Heterogeneity in the EFL-classroom
• 3 Gender as one aspect of heterogeneity
  • 3.1 Sex vs. gender
  • 3.2 Gender equity
  • 3.3 Gender differences
• 4 Gender-related stereotypes
  • 4.1 The ideal male/female student
  • 4.2 Disadvantages of gender-related ascriptions
• 5 The teachers' role
• 6 Conclusion

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This work aims to examine the impact of gender-related stereotypes on the EFL-classroom and how teachers should be aware of these stereotypes. It explores the various aspects of heterogeneity present in the EFL-classroom, focusing on gender as a significant factor influencing student development. The work critically discusses the ideal male and female characteristics often attributed to students and analyzes the disadvantages of these ascriptions.

• Heterogeneity in the EFL-classroom
• Gender as a significant factor in learning
• Gender-related stereotypes in education
• The role of teachers in addressing stereotypes
• Impact of stereotypes on students' behavior and development

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Chapter 1: Introduction

  This chapter introduces the concept of gender as a dynamic aspect of identity and its significance in the EFL-classroom, where interaction is crucial. It highlights the importance of understanding heterogeneity, particularly gender, in shaping student learning experiences.

• Chapter 2: Heterogeneity in the EFL-classroom

  This chapter explores the concept of heterogeneity in the context of the EFL-classroom. It discusses how differences among students, including gender, learning styles, and backgrounds, can contribute to a diverse and enriching learning environment.

• Chapter 3: Gender as one aspect of heterogeneity

  This chapter delves into the complexities of gender, distinguishing it from sex. It examines aspects of gender equity and gender differences, providing a framework for understanding the role of gender in the classroom.

• Chapter 4: Gender-related stereotypes

  This chapter analyzes gender-related stereotypes prevalent in the EFL-classroom and in schools more broadly. It investigates the ideal male and female student stereotypes and explores the disadvantages of these ascriptions.

• Chapter 5: The teachers' role

  This chapter focuses on the crucial role of teachers in addressing gender-related stereotypes in the EFL-classroom. It discusses strategies for recognizing and responding to these stereotypes in the classroom setting.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The primary keywords and focus topics of this work are: heterogeneity in the EFL-classroom, gender as a factor in learning, gender-related stereotypes, teacher awareness of stereotypes, ideal male and female student characteristics, disadvantages of ascriptions, and strategies for addressing stereotypes.

• College: University of Cologne
• Grade: 1,3
• Publication Year: 2018
• Pages: 19
• Catalog Number: V899793
• ISBN (eBook): 9783346221698
• ISBN (Book): 9783346221704
• Language: English
• Tags: heterogeneity, gender, EFL, EFL-classroom