Pre-Quiz: What do we already know?

A person’s gender is determined by nature (or birth).

TRUE or FALSE? Select the correct answer.

True
False

A boy should not behave as a girl.

TRUE or FALSE? Select the correct answer.

True
False

Women are better suited to being teachers of young children than men.

TRUE or FALSE? Select the correct answer.

True
False

There are some jobs that only men or women should do.

TRUE or FALSE? Select the correct answer.

True
False

There are only two genders ‚Äì men and women.

TRUE or FALSE? Select the correct answer.

True
False

In South Africa, only women and girls are affected by gender-based discrimination.

TRUE or FALSE? Select the correct answer.

True
False

Which of these statements are examples of gender stereotypes?

Multiple answers are correct.

Girls like to play football.
Men are mentally stronger than women.
Boys are better at mathematics than girls.
Not all children conform to gender expectations and they may like different activities than you would expect.
Girls are tidier than boys.

Which of these statements are examples of gender inequalities in South Africa?

Multiple answers are correct.

Women are at higher risk of sexual and physical violence than men.
Women are less likely to seek professional help about their problems than men.
Boys are more likely to repeat primary school grades than girls.
Boys have lower pass rates for mathematics than girls in secondary school.

What is the difference between gender and sex?

There is only one correct answer.

There is no difference.
Sex is about the biological make-up of a person, whereas gender refers to personal and social characteristics.
Gender is about the biological make-up of a person, whereas sex refers to personal and social characteristics.
None are correct.

Why is gender important in early childhood development?

There is only one correct answer.

A. Because it will help boys and girls to learn what society expects from them.
B. Because all children will learn optimally when they participate in a variety of learning and play activities.
C. Because girls and boys have different emotions and need to be treated differently by their teachers and practitioners.
B and C.

How can you create a learning environment that encourages participation of all children?

There is only one correct answer.

A. Arrange seating so that boys and girls sit separately.
B. Set up learning areas to attract diverse children to play or work together.
C. Arrange seating to encourage all children to participate.
B and C

How can the teacher use learning areas to get children of diverse genders to interact with each other and play?

Multiple answers are correct.

Let the boys in the class play in the learning area on one day, and the girls on the next day.
Always keep the play areas in the same place so children know exactly where to find them.
Regularly change the placement and combination of materials in the learning areas.
Gently encourage children to try out all learning areas.

Which seating arrangements will encourage all children to participate fully?

Multiple answers are correct.

The boys closer to the front of the class, and the girls more to the back.
Small groups around a table or on the carpet, as this can encourage shyer children to participate.
For whole class activities: children on chairs, in rows, facing the front of the classroom.
For whole class activities: children in a circle on the carpet, teacher is a part of the circle.

How can the teacher prevent children from taking up all the space or excluding others?

Multiple answers are correct.

Physically divide the outdoor play area and indoor space into different spaces.
Encourage play areas specifically for boys and girls.
Intervene when children chase others away.
Give groups of boys and groups of girls turns to play in a certain area.

How can you offer toys and play materials in a way that appeals to different children?

There is only one correct answer.

A. By combining play materials so that they have an element of interest for different children.
B. By prioritising sex-specific play materials such as dolls for girls and cars for boys.
C. By using open-ended play materials to encourage creativity and participation by all children.
A and C.

Which of these strategies can a teacher use to be gender-responsive with pictures and stories in the class?

Multiple answers are correct.

Children are too young to understand gender, so the teacher can ignore any stereotypes in books, posters or illustrations.
Teachers should be aware of the gender sensitivity of stories and pictures they use.
Teachers can display examples of typical male and female individuals on the walls.
Teachers can ask questions about gender diversity and equality when reading a story.

How can a teacher divide children in groups or assign them tasks in a gender-responsive way?

Multiple answers are correct.

Divide children randomly.
Change groupings regularly to ensure diverse interaction.
Assign tidy-up tasks to children based on their sex.
Pair a girl up with a boy.

How can a teacher create equal opportunities for children to engage in a variety of play and learning activities?

Multiple answers are correct.

When, for example, a boy dressing up like a girl, the teacher should discourage this and offer alternative dress-up clothes.
When, for example, a boys tells everyone he is a girl and wants to do toilet routine with the girls, the teacher should encourage this child to continue and discourage peers from making negative comments.
The teacher should predict which activities boys and girls will be interested in, and provide them with separate activities related to their interests.
The teacher should encourage children to try out all learning activities, regardless of their sex.

Which of these are examples of how a teacher can make activities in their daily programme gender-responsive?

Multiple answers are correct.

During morning circle, the teacher ensures that children of different sexes get equal opportunity to talk.
During free play, the teacher tells the boys to play in one play area, and the girls in another.
During toilet routine, the teacher should ensure all children can use toilet facilities that correspond with their gender identity, even if their gender identity does not match their biological sex.
The teacher should sing traditional rhymes and songs that help children understand the expected gender roles.

Which of the below are examples of a teacher giving gender-responsive feedback to children?

Multiple answers are correct.

'You were very helpful with clean-up today. You are such a great helper.'
'You are such a helpful girl; well done for cleaning up.'
'Well done girls – you did a great job as usual.'
'Well done children – you did a great job, as usual.'

Which of these are examples of a teacher giving children equal attention?

Multiple answers are correct.

The teacher always picks the first child who raises their hand to answer their questions.
The teacher consistently kneels to be at the same level as the child, regardless of the child‚Äôs sex.
When in need of a helper, the teacher will ask a boy to carry things for her, and a girl to wipe down the tables.
When children are angry, the teacher engages with them in the same way, regardless of their sex.

In their interactions with the children, how can a teacher use language that supports gender diversity and equality?

Multiple answers are correct.

The teacher should address children as ‚Äòboys‚Äô and ‚Äògirls‚Äô.
The teacher should help children to reflect on gender stereotypes by asking questions when an opportunity arises.
The teacher should intervene when they hear children make incorrect comments about gender-related topics such as ‚Äòboys are better at sports than girls‚Äô.
The teacher should explain to the children that there are two biological sexes, and that boys are always addressed with ‚Äòhe‚Äô and girls with ‚Äòshe‚Äô.

Which of the below statements are true?

Multiple answers are correct.

All children, regardless of their sex, should be encouraged to express their emotions equally, in a way that does not hurts others (with words or physically).
A child getting teased because of their sex or gender identity, is a normal part of growing up.
A teacher can use stories to help children understand emotions and develop empathetic skills.
A teacher who is positive about gender diversity, can help children respect different people.

What can you do to help parents and caregivers support their child’s development?

There is only one correct answer.

A. Share tips with parents on how they can challenge gender stereotypes at home.
B. Focus on the mothers and other female caregivers.
C. Do not challenge traditional ideas about gender.
A and C

Which of the following statements are true?

Multiple answers are correct.

We shouldn't educate children on gender, as the topic is too difficult.
When parents and caregivers encourage their children to engage in all sorts of play, they help their children to learn.
When a boy plays with dolls or a girl plays football, this is normal play behaviour and this play helps them learn various skills.
Male caregivers don‚Äôt play an important role in the development of their children, so teachers don‚Äôt have to try and involve them.

Which of the below are good tips to give to caregivers who want to promote gender equality at home?

Multiple answers are correct.

Encourage your child to express themselves and make personal choices.
Allow your child to like different colours, toys and clothes, regardless of their sex.
Be a role model by showing how to deal with conflict without violence or aggression.
In your own home, model how different chores and caring work are done by only the men or the women in the household.

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