Sexuality education and diversity by Mathieu Heemelaar is a study book aimed at (prospective) teachers in primary teacher education programs (pabo) and secondary teacher training colleges. It provides an extensive knowledge base for effective sexuality education, with attention to sexual diversity and a socially safe climate in and around schools. The book offers insight into the sexual development of children and young people and aligns with the tightened attainment targets and the updated knowledge bases for teacher education programs.
This learning resource helps teachers promote respect and understanding for LGBTQI+ students and colleagues, and supports them in making sexuality and gender diversity discussable in education. In addition, it provides guidance for dealing with different values that students bring from home.
Sexuality education and diversity is suitable for use within training programs such as teacher training programs for primary education, secondary teacher training colleges, and master’s programs in pedagogy and professional mastery. Mathieu Heemelaar is affiliated with The Hague University of Applied Sciences and specializes in sexuality and intimacy within education and care and support.