Abstract: Presents two critical incidents about boys seated at the back of the classroom. Draws attention to how particular versions of masculinity influence how boys learn to relate and the possibilities for interrogating these kinds of masculinities in the English classroom. Explores what role already existing reading practices within English might play in undertaking this kind of critical practice. (SC)

Title: The Boys at the Back: Challenging Masculinities and Homophobia in the English Classroom.
Author: Martino, Wayne
Journal Citation: English in Australia, v1 n127-128 p35-50 May 2000
ISSN: ISSN-0046-208X
Publication Year: 2000
Document Type: Teaching Guide (052); Journal Article (080)
ERIC Identifier: EJ614487
Clearinghouse Identifier: CS759818
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Descriptors: * English Instruction; * Homophobia; Homosexuality; * Males; Secondary Education; * Sex Role; Single Sex Schools; Student Teachers

Identifiers: Critical Literacy