WGBY TV, Public Television for Western Massachusetts partnered with Nan Stein, Ed.D, from the Wellesley College Center for Research on Women to produce this award winning, informative program on a topic no student, teacher, administrator or school staff person can afford to ignore. The program consists of three short modules and is specifically designed for use in 6th through 10th grade classrooms.What do you know about sexual harassment?
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(21 minutes)
Module 1 defines sexual harassment and shows the different effects harassment can have on students using reenactments and dramatized interviews. Four different scenarios are presented covering a wide range of gender combinations. The host provides definitions, explanations and insights thoughout the program.
(20 minutes)
Module 2 shows students how to respond to offensive behavior whether they are a target or a bystander. The program explains Title IX, the law requiring schools to prevent and address problems of sexual harassment. The TAKE ACTION section provides suggestions on how students can work to eliminate sexual harasssment in their schools.
Module 3 is designed for teachers. Nan Stein, Ed.D, from the Wellesley College Center for Research on Women leads a discussion with educators, providing background information on the subject of sexual harassment and suggestions on how to use the video effectively in the classroom.
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the order number is 691
A Teacher's Viewing Guide is available online for this program, as well as other links for more information on Sexual Harassment.
