Guided Debate: Sport & Gender Stereotypes
Guided discussion in which students examine gender stereotypes in sports and propose changes.
How to play
- Pose a question: are there "boys' sports" and "girls' sports"? Why?
- Small-group discussion for 4 minutes.
- Whole-class share with examples (media, recess, athletes).
- Each group proposes one concrete action for the class.
Rules
- Respect every opinion.
- Take turns speaking.
- Talk about ideas, not specific people.
Variations
Easier
One question and short answers.
Standard
Discussion with examples.
Harder
Proposed actions for the whole school.
Adaptations
- Shy students: contribute in writing.
- Small, mixed groups.
Learning goals
- Reflect on equality.
- Develop critical thinking.
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