- Recognize how gender biases may impact interactions with children under their care.
- Be able to reference the current research on gender and early childhood development.
- Critically examine and assess the classroom environment and curriculum for gender binary vs. gender egalitarian instruction, themes, and role modeling.
- Learn about the experience of children being raised by gay/lesbian parents and a higher risk of bullying and harassment facing this group of young people.
- Learn about the experience of transgender children, children who challenge our gender expectations, and mental health disparities facing this population.
- Catalyze thinking and develop action plans for implementing changes that can improve the well-being of children under their care.