Terminology
This term is used to denote an array of perspectives held by both individuals and groups that encourage and promote a common world standard of male - female partnership.
What is "heteronormative"? (Tompkins et al., 2017, p. 677)
Why should teachers be knowledgeable about LGBTQ+ issues in schools?
(You do not need to start answer with "what is").
Teachers can feel empowering to students who may feel as if they are being held back in terms of their sexuality or gender-identity (Tompkins et al., 2017, pp. 685-687).
Tompkins (2017) states that it is difficult for LGBTQ+ organizations like Gay-Straight Alliances to get a strong foothold when starting out in most schools.
(Answer with "true" or "false").
True.
"In our program, we aim to present our teacher candidates with an understanding of power in schools and society, alongside the opportunities they will have within formal and informal curricular spaces to create equity. Issues of power and privilege confront them as they aim to be allies and advocates for LGBTQ students" (p. 690)
Under Alberta’s education policies, teachers are not required to inform parents if a student joins a GSA because of ________.
Student privacy laws enforced by Alberta education laws (Government of Alberta, 2025)
According to the Human Rights Campaign (2023), this term describes an individual who is in "clinical distress caused when a person's assigned birth gender is not the same as the one with which they identify".
What is "gender dysphoria"?
When confronted by a parent who is homophobic or prejudiced against LGBTQ+ people, what is the recommended course of action as a pre-service or new teacher (according to the reading)?
(You do not need to start answer with "what is").
Bring the issue to an experienced teacher or a staff member who is trusted to know the next course of action (Tompkins et al., 2017, pp. 688-690)
Side note: Assess the situation!
(Answer with "true" or "false").
False, there is no law that dictates this.
The Alberta Teacher's Association supports LGBTQ+ inclusion through initiatives such as the creation of ________, which provides resources and support for educators.
Inclusion policies.
In Canada, this officially government approved umbrella term is used to describe individuals who do not identify as heterosexual.
What is "2SLGBTQI+"? (Government of Canada, 2024)
What should a teacher do when confronted by a parent who does not believe that their child should be exposed to any and all sexual content in schools?
(You do not need to start answer with "what is").
Provide them with the means to pull their child out of the sexually related curriculum content. Remember, parents reserve the legal right to not expose their child to sexual content in school!
Regardless of parental involvement, teachers in Alberta must use a student's preferred gender pronouns, enforced by law.
(Answer with "true" or "false").
True, teachers in Alberta must use a student's preferred gender pronouns (Government of Alberta, 2025).
In Alberta, the legislation that requires schools to allow students to form Gay-Straight Alliances (GSAs) if requested is called ________.
Hint: Think from EDUC 445!
School Act or Bill 24 (Government of Alberta, 2025).