In the postmodern era, gender literacy is crucial for promoting gender equality, resilience, identity, and positive self-images and addressing problematic gender interactions. It influences public perceptions and advocates for the acceptance of all genders, particularly those of sexual minorities. However, the literature on gender studies is expanding, and re-examining old theories is necessary to address current political and legal choices. This chapter aims to support policy makers and civil society in ensuring gender inclusivity, especially in countries where governments have recently acknowledged gender minorities and multiple gender identities. It notes that students’ high levels of self-awareness and self-image about sex-based social roles can be attributed to the internet and other freely available resources. Yet, it also depicts a discernible inverse relationship between academic endeavors and general gender literacy. Additionally, it demonstrates a strong link between parents’ socioeconomic traits—such as family visits, academic attainment, and internet usage—and students’ gender literacy. Overall, teachers who adopt a feminist poststructuralist view can support students in expressing their gender identity without facing prejudice or condemnation.

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Status of Gender Literacy in Academia: A Critical Analysis of Secondary School Students in Bangladesh

  • M. M. Abdullah Al Mamun Sony,
  • Md Mamunur Rashid

摘要

In the postmodern era, gender literacy is crucial for promoting gender equality, resilience, identity, and positive self-images and addressing problematic gender interactions. It influences public perceptions and advocates for the acceptance of all genders, particularly those of sexual minorities. However, the literature on gender studies is expanding, and re-examining old theories is necessary to address current political and legal choices. This chapter aims to support policy makers and civil society in ensuring gender inclusivity, especially in countries where governments have recently acknowledged gender minorities and multiple gender identities. It notes that students’ high levels of self-awareness and self-image about sex-based social roles can be attributed to the internet and other freely available resources. Yet, it also depicts a discernible inverse relationship between academic endeavors and general gender literacy. Additionally, it demonstrates a strong link between parents’ socioeconomic traits—such as family visits, academic attainment, and internet usage—and students’ gender literacy. Overall, teachers who adopt a feminist poststructuralist view can support students in expressing their gender identity without facing prejudice or condemnation.