ERIC Number: EJ957788
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Publication Date: 2012
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Educational Psychologists' Constructions of Sexuality and the Implications for Practice
Marks, Chloe
Educational Psychology in Practice, v28 n1 p71-90 2012
Despite an underlying inclusion agenda, sexuality equality remains a low priority in education. Review of literature suggests the marginalization of sexual minority young people (SMYP) in schools. This study explores educational psychologists' (EPs') constructions of sexuality and the implications for practice. Discursive psychology was used to analyse semi-structured interview data from seven EPs. Multiple and context-dependent constructions of sexuality emerged from the study. The research suggested that participants oriented to the need to maintain a non-prejudiced position and managed tensions of accountability using rhetorical strategies and interpretive repertoires. Conclusions centre on the need for reflexive practice to challenge taken for granted assumptions regarding sexuality in education and psychology communities. (Contains 1 figure and 1 note.)
Descriptors: Rhetoric, Educational Psychology, Psychologists, Interviews, Sexuality, Self Concept, Inclusion, Children, Adolescents, Accountability, Learning Strategies, Reflective Teaching, Constructivism (Learning), Foreign Countries, Discourse Analysis, Educational Environment
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom
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