The Representation of Human Sexuality in Some Science Textbooks for 14‐16 Tear Olds

Michael Jonathan Reiss

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Gender, Sexuality, and Education Science Education and Pedagogy Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

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This paper analyses the ways in which some school science textbooks used with 14‐16year olds in the UK portray the topic of human sexuality. The 15 books examined here vary greatly in terms of how they treat human sexuality. Some are sensitively written, comprehensive and helpful. Others, though, are sexist, fail to tackle personal issues to do with menstruation, ignore lesbian and gay issues and either omit or fail adequately to deal with cultural issues. Science textbooks should help all young people manage their transition to adulthood. Examples of good practice are highlighted, and possible ways forward outlined.

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