Abstract
As this study and other research literature indicates, homophobia and homophobic bullying is a tremendous problem in our schools. In the past, educators have attempted to address this challenge through a “top-down” administrative process. However, because of covert heterocentricity and unwillingness, administration may not be a viable avenue in some school districts. Thus, it is imperative for teacher education programs to begin addressing the possible ramifications of not having a supportive administration when attempting to create change in local school systems. This article examines how one group of teachers perceived homophobia in their schools and how their administration impacted the process of creating safe and tolerant places for GLBT students.
Recommended Citation
Jones, Joseph R.
(2011)
"When School Leaders are in Denial: The Role of Teacher Education Programs in Preparing Teachers to Combat Homophobia,"
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina: Vol. 4:
No.
1, Article 3.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.coastal.edu/tejsc/vol4/iss1/3