At a glance
- Learning objective 1: improve knowledge and awareness of basic concepts and terminology related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) youth.
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
Attitudes assessment
Please read each statement and mark your level of agreement or disagreement, ranging from 1 (Strongly disagree) to 5 (Strongly agree).
| Items | Strongly Disagree | Disagree | Neutral | Agree | Strongly Agree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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| I [intervene/intend to intervene] if I hear those around me use incorrect, outdated, derogatory, or harmful language or terminology. | √ |
*Check mark denotes correct answer