S6/Ep.01 - Balanced Boys

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In the latest episode of the IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education podcast, Laura Sabo, Luke Rawle, and Erna Goodier explore promoting healthy masculinity beyond the classroom. Sabo of St. Christopher's School (United States) and Rawle of Toowoomba Grammar School (Australia) offer highlights from the 2023-24 IBSC Action Research project. Goodier of St. Andrews College (South Africa) shares her groundbreaking work in challenging gender-role stereotypes with a group of Grade 11 boys. Discover ways to provide boys with a platform to discuss and challenge traditional notions of masculinity in a safe and supportive environment.

Access Goodier’s award winning action research report, and other top IBSC action research projects for 2023-2024 on the IBSC website.

IBSC Exploring Boys’ Education music composed and performed by Tom DiGiovanni.

23 Aug 2024 English South Africa Education

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