Learning Objective 1
Improve knowledge and awareness of basic concepts and terminology related to LGBTQ+ youth
Sample items – Knowledge assessment
For the following statements, please indicate whether you believe each statement is TRUE or FALSE.
Items | True | False |
---|---|---|
Sexual orientation refers to a person’s sexual and emotional attraction to another person. | ||
Gender identity refers to an individual’s sense of their self as male, female, a blend of both, or none of the above. | ||
Inclusive language includes language that is respectful and affirming of people and the identities they hold. |
*Check mark denotes correct answer
Sample items – Attitudes assessment
Please read each statement and mark your level of agreement or disagreement using the scale below, ranging from 1 (Strongly disagree) to 5 (Strongly agree).
Items | Strongly Disagree | Disagree | Neutral | Agree | Strongly Agree |
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I believe that sexual orientation can be experienced on a spectrum. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
I recognize that some people do not identify on the gender binary and may have gender identities other than male or female. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
It is important for me to use inclusive terminology (e.g., using individuals’ chosen names/pronouns, not assuming any individual’s identities) in conversations with students and other school staff. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Sample items – Practices assessment
For the following statements, please indicate whether you believe each statement is TRUE or FALSE.
Items | True | False |
---|---|---|
I [avoid/intend to avoid] assuming a student’s sexual orientation. | ||
In my class, I [discuss/intend to discuss] the definition and different examples of sexual orientations. | ||
I [avoid/intend to avoid] assuming a student’s gender identity. | ||
In my class, I [discuss/intend to discuss] the definition and different examples of gender identities. | ||
I [intervene/intend to intervene] if I hear those around me use incorrect, outdated, derogatory, or harmful language or terminology. |