Mr. Donnelly wants to reduce gender stereotyping in his classroom and has decided to form mixed-sex activity groups. To be successful, however,

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To successfully reduce gender stereotyping in the classroom, interventions may have to modify the styles of social influence typically learned in same-sex peer relations. This means that the methods and strategies used to influence and interact with same-sex peers may not work as effectively in mixed-sex groups, and may need to be adjusted in order to promote gender equality and reduce stereotyping. Establishing a token system of reward and punishment (Option A) or delegating specific activities to boys and girls (Option C) may actually reinforce gender stereotypes and inequalities rather than reducing them. Option D, which suggests that boys and girls must learn how to behave like the other sex, is also problematic as it reinforces the idea that there are inherent and fixed gender differences that cannot be overcome, and places the burden of change on individuals rather than systemic and cultural factors.

Mr Donnelly Wants to Reduce Gender Stereotyping in His Classroom