Analysis of the Development of Gender Stereotypes and Sexist Attitudes Within a Group of Italian High School Students and Teachers: A Grounded Theory Investigation
Gender stereotypes and sexist attitudes continue to persist in educational settings, with significant implications for students’ achievement and well-being. This study aimed to investigate the development of gender stereotypes and sexist attitudes among Italian high school students and trainee teach...
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| description | Gender stereotypes and sexist attitudes continue to persist in educational settings, with significant implications for students’ achievement and well-being. This study aimed to investigate the development of gender stereotypes and sexist attitudes among Italian high school students and trainee teachers. A series of focus groups were conducted with a group of Italian school students and trainee teachers to uncover the complex interplay of individual, interpersonal, institutional, and societal factors that contribute to the formation and perpetuation of these biases. Analysis was conducted using a grounded theory approach. The findings reveal a nuanced and multifaceted understanding of the issue, highlighting the critical role of teacher attitudes, peer influence, and broader cultural norms in shaping students’ perceptions and behaviors. This study offers insights for educators, policymakers, and researchers seeking to address gender inequities in education and promote more inclusive and equitable learning environments. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-dc89316b9fc041a991ef079129a78c052025-08-20T02:44:47ZengMDPI AGBehavioral Sciences2076-328X2025-02-0115223010.3390/bs15020230Analysis of the Development of Gender Stereotypes and Sexist Attitudes Within a Group of Italian High School Students and Teachers: A Grounded Theory InvestigationFrancesco Sulla0Barbara Agueli1Andreana Lavanga2Maria Grazia Mada Logrieco3Stefania Fantinelli4Ciro Esposito5Department of Humanities, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, ItalyDepartment of Humanities, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, ItalyDepartment of Humanities, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, ItalyDepartment of Humanities, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, ItalyDepartment of Theoretical and Applied Sciences, eCampus University, 22060 Novedrate, ItalyDepartment of Humanities, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, ItalyGender stereotypes and sexist attitudes continue to persist in educational settings, with significant implications for students’ achievement and well-being. This study aimed to investigate the development of gender stereotypes and sexist attitudes among Italian high school students and trainee teachers. A series of focus groups were conducted with a group of Italian school students and trainee teachers to uncover the complex interplay of individual, interpersonal, institutional, and societal factors that contribute to the formation and perpetuation of these biases. Analysis was conducted using a grounded theory approach. The findings reveal a nuanced and multifaceted understanding of the issue, highlighting the critical role of teacher attitudes, peer influence, and broader cultural norms in shaping students’ perceptions and behaviors. This study offers insights for educators, policymakers, and researchers seeking to address gender inequities in education and promote more inclusive and equitable learning environments.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-328X/15/2/230gender stereotypessexismadolescentstrainee teachersfocus groupsGrounded Theory Methodology |
| spellingShingle | Francesco Sulla Barbara Agueli Andreana Lavanga Maria Grazia Mada Logrieco Stefania Fantinelli Ciro Esposito Analysis of the Development of Gender Stereotypes and Sexist Attitudes Within a Group of Italian High School Students and Teachers: A Grounded Theory Investigation Behavioral Sciences gender stereotypes sexism adolescents trainee teachers focus groups Grounded Theory Methodology |
| title | Analysis of the Development of Gender Stereotypes and Sexist Attitudes Within a Group of Italian High School Students and Teachers: A Grounded Theory Investigation |
| title_full | Analysis of the Development of Gender Stereotypes and Sexist Attitudes Within a Group of Italian High School Students and Teachers: A Grounded Theory Investigation |
| title_fullStr | Analysis of the Development of Gender Stereotypes and Sexist Attitudes Within a Group of Italian High School Students and Teachers: A Grounded Theory Investigation |
| title_full_unstemmed | Analysis of the Development of Gender Stereotypes and Sexist Attitudes Within a Group of Italian High School Students and Teachers: A Grounded Theory Investigation |
| title_short | Analysis of the Development of Gender Stereotypes and Sexist Attitudes Within a Group of Italian High School Students and Teachers: A Grounded Theory Investigation |
| title_sort | analysis of the development of gender stereotypes and sexist attitudes within a group of italian high school students and teachers a grounded theory investigation |
| topic | gender stereotypes sexism adolescents trainee teachers focus groups Grounded Theory Methodology |
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