Teaching Tolerance Through Literature: Dealing with Issues of Homosexuality in English Class.

Reese, Jim

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Publication Date: 1998

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Teaching Tolerance Through Literature: Dealing with Issues of Homosexuality in English Class.

Reese, Jim

International Schools Journal, v17 n2 p35-40 Apr 1998

Adolescents view sexual orientation, especially homosexuality, as a very sensitive subject. Homosexuality is also a culturally sensitive topic; views on its appropriateness as a classroom subject vary widely from country to country. An English teacher at the International School of Brussels explains how he uses literature and essay writing to increase tolerance and recommends 33 books and videos. (MLH)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Cultural Differences, Discussion (Teaching Technique), English Teachers, Essays, Foreign Countries, High Schools, Homosexuality, Literature, Sexual Orientation

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Language: English

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