Dealing With Difference: Opening Dialogue About Lesbian, Gay & Straight
Catalogue Number: 600267
Producer: Human Relations Media
Subject: Social Studies
Language: English
Grade Level: 9 - 12, Post Secondary
Copyright Year: 2002
Running Time: 25
Closed Captions: Yes
Schools across the nation continue to work towards creating a safe, accepting climate for students - an atmosphere that promotes respect for all. Many educators are increasingly concerned about bullying, discrimination and harassment leveled against lesbian and gay teenagers. This video and print package is designed to foster a healthy dialogue about sexual orientation among students in your classroom while informing everyone of the serious and long-lasting effects that anti-gay harassment and bullying can have on all students. A mixture of dramatic vignettes and real teen interviews will encourage your students to look at their own behavior as well as that of their peers. Program and accompanying activities in the Teacher's Resource Book will encourage students to continue their examination of what mutual respect means, and how it can be promoted in the school environment.