Learning Module SOGIeducation.org sogi123 SOGI Q A Students cant learn if they dont feel safe, included, and understood. We all have different backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences. Whats important is to keep an open mind and to move
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Students can’t learn if they don’t feel safe, included, and understood.
We all have different backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences.
What’s important is to keep an open mind and to move forward from wherever you are in your understanding of sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI). Understanding SOGI builds safety and inclusion. SOGIeducation.org #sogi123<br>
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Video: SOGI Q & A (9 min) SOGIeducation.org #sogi123 As you watch this video, consider these questions:
Where are you in your understanding and teaching practice about the various forms of diversity shown? What about gender diversity? (private reflection)
What questions do you have? What do you wonder about? (post these to our ”Wonder?” chart) play video > PLAY VIDEO ><br>
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In partners or triads, complete the following activity:
Review your “Gender and Sexuality Spectrum Worksheet.”
Draw a line from the picture to the correct category.
Using the 12 words at the bottom of the worksheet, fill in the blanks for each spectrum. Activity: Gender and Sexuality Spectrum SOGIeducation.org #sogi123<br>
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SOGIeducation.org #sogi123 ANATOMICAL SEX GENDER IDENTITY GENDER EXPRESSION SEXUAL ORIENTATION FEMALE MALE INTERSEX GIRL OR WOMAN FEMININE WOMAN PERSON WHO FEELS NON-BINARY ANDROGYNOUS ALL GENDERS / NO ONE BOY OR MAN MASCULINE MEN<br>
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SOGIeducation.org #sogi123 Language evolves, and people have different experiences and preferred terms.
However, knowing the basic terminology helps everyone interact and speak respectfully.
It is important to mirror the language and pronouns that people use for themselves. To do this, we must first understand the language itself. Basic terminology is important.<br>
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SOGIeducation.org #sogi123 This quiz will review some terms we have already discussed as well as others.
Still, it is important to remain open to new terms and new ways that people choose to refer to themselves. Activity: SOGI Terminology Quiz<br>
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SOGIeducation.org #sogi123 Sexual Orientation
Gender Expression
Cisgender
Two Spirit
Gay
Gender Identity
Transgender
Identities are complex and include other considerations like race, ethnicity, culture, faith, family, ability, socio-economic status, etc.
Often students face other forms of marginalization or challenges, which complicate acceptance of their sexual and/or gender diversity. However, many faiths and cultures are increasingly accepting of sexual and gender minorities.
It’s important to help support all aspects of a student’s identity! Intersecting Identities SOGIeducation.org #sogi123<br>
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What questions still remain?
What would you like to learn more about? Check-In SOGIeducation.org #sogi123<br>
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Video: Love Has No Labels (3 min) SOGIeducation.org #sogi123 As you watch this video, consider the following:
This video is a powerful example of how SOGI education fits within the wider work on diversity that is happening in schools.
Are there ways you could use this video at a staff meeting presentation, classroom lesson, or school assembly? play video > PLAY VIDEO ><br>
