Estereotipos de género en el ámbito educativo de nivel inicial 2. Un estudio de caso

Abstract

The work analyzes how gender stereotypes are reproduced in the educational environment of level 2 early childhood education in a Child Center in the city of Quito. Gender stereotypes are ideas imposed by society for many years, which generate attitudes and behaviors that both men and women must conform to simply based on their gender. The problem arose in the context of pre-professional practice, as stereotypes are present in different school spaces and are reproduced consciously and unconsciously among children. Furthermore, the failure of teachers to address the issue prevents the eradication of the stereotypes that mark our society. Qualitative methodology and ethnographic methods were used to investigate the topic. Data collection involved field notes and a semi-structured interview conducted with a teacher. The main findings indicate that gender stereotypes are present in all educational spaces and are reinforced in institutions, for example, through educational materials. The timely action of teachers is also emphasized as necessary to promote gender equity among children educational spaces.