combating gender bias

combating gender bias

Engage with students! Find ways to connect with them. Try all boy lunch bunch, all girl lunch bunch, engaging in conversations about their likes and interests. I Want to Learn From You by Reichert & Nelson, 2018) helps us understand that students want to perform their best for teachers that they like. They want to impress and are afraid to disappoint teachers they have created bonds with.

Encourage boys to raise their hand and vocalize their thougths in classroom discussions A good way to do this is by randomizing the selection process. Example: Popsicle sticks with student names on them. Pull at random and leave the stick out until all are used

Be creative! Find ways to include student interests in the lesson to maintain their attention. Ex. Current shows and games, sports, and movies. Try teacher volunteers

Grade using rubrics to help eliminate biases