Exploring LGBTQ+ pedagogy in Japanese university classrooms

• Luke Lawrence ^[2] ; Yuzuko Nagashima ^[1]
  1. [1] Yokohama City University

     Yokohama City University

     Naka Ku, Japón

     
  2. [2] Faculty of Sociology. Toyo Universit
• Localización: ELT journal: An international journal for teachers of English to speakers of other languages, ISSN 0951-0893, Vol. 75, Nº 2, 2021 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Comprehensive Sexual Education in ELT), págs. 152-161
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Although ostensibly a free and open society, Japan is often seen to be lagging behind in terms of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other (LGBTQ+) rights and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues. This lack of understanding leads to a high degree of invisibility for LGBTQ+ members and a lack of inclusivity in educational curriculums. In this article, the authors document their explorations of introducing both explicit and implicit LGBTQ+ content into university English classes in Japan and their efforts to create a safe and inclusive classroom environment. After reporting on students’ reactions and feelings towards these activities, we recommend a varied approach to LGBTQ+ topics in the classroom that we hope will be of use to teachers not only in Japan, but around the world too.