Matson Lawrence, Stephanie Mckendry

Supporting Transgender and Non-Binary Students and Staff in Further and Higher Education (eBook, ePUB)

Practical Advice for Colleges and Universities

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

According to the research underpinning this book, 85% of trans students and staff faced barriers. This practical guide enables post-secondary education professionals to create a safe and supportive environment for gender diverse applicants, students and staff. Using real life examples to explore common experiences and challenges for trans people in further and higher educational settings, it sets out policies, interventions and advice that have proven effective in providing impactful support on a wide range of issues such as learning, teaching, mental health, recruitment, support services, and institutional policies. Included is an easy-to-follow introduction to transgender terminology and identities, as well as legal and medical considerations.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. Januar 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781784506735
• Artikelnr.: 56802718

Autorenporträt

Dr Matson Lawrence is a Research Associate on the Trans.Edu Scotland research project based at the University of Strathclyde. He has worked extensively with the LGBT+ communities in the third sector. He is based in Glasgow, UK.

Dr Stephanie McKendry is Widening Access Manager at the University of Strathclyde. She is the former Editor of the Journal of Learning Development in Higher Education. She is based in Glasgow, UK.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction. 1. The Basics of Trans Awareness. 2. The iTransEdu/i Research Project and Findings. 3. Getting in to College and University. 4. Studying at College and University. 5. Student Life at College and University. 6. Securing Employment at College and University. 7. Working in College and University. 8. Developing a Trans and Gender Diversity Policy. 9. Supporting Transitions.