Opinion: Gender-Responsive Pedagogy in Early Childhood Education
Rather than confusing children, gender-responsive pedagogy provides them with the language and tools to understand and navigate a diverse world, cultivating empathy, critical thinking and respect for others.
Dr. Jarred H Martin (Department of Psychology, University of Pretoria) and Pierre W Brouard (Centre for sexualities, AIDS & Gender, University of Pretoria) explore the value of gender-responsive pedagogy in early childhood education in a new opinion piece published on LitNet (28 May 2025). Amid debate over the Department of Basic Education’s proposed toolkit, they argue that inclusive, affirming classrooms foster empathy, reduce bullying, and challenge harmful gender stereotypes - benefiting all children.
Read the full article on LitNet.
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