JALT2025 - Tokyo

Cancelled: Developing gender-sensitive practice in EFL materials

1 Nov 2025, 12:10

1h

National Olympics Memorial Youth Center / 国立オリンピック記念青少年総合センター

Practice-oriented Workshop (60-minutes) Teacher and Professional Development Room 301

Description

This presentation examines gender representation in EFL textbook dialogues, where stereotypes persist despite improved balance of images. We will use the British Council's ACCESS toolkit to analyse conversation patterns. Participants will learn practical strategies to identify and modify gender-biased content, creating more equitable materials. Through worked examples and hands-on practice, educators will develop skills to create inclusive language learning environments.

Summary

This presentation examines gender representation in EFL textbook dialogues, where stereotypes persist despite improved balance of images. We will use the British Council's ACCESS toolkit to analyse conversation patterns. Participants will learn practical strategies to identify and modify gender-biased content, creating more equitable materials. Through worked examples and hands-on practice, educators will develop skills to create inclusive language learning environments.