This resource aims to help educators create a safe learning environment in their schools and classrooms by raising awareness of personal stereotypes as well as their influence on teaching processes and everyday life. With the unit focusing on different social characters and stereotypes in educational settings, participants deepen their awareness of how stereotypes operate and affect people in real life.

The unit includes group work, cooperative learning scenarios, debates and discussions.  This resource can be used for training with in-service teachers as well as for educating future teachers, particularly in secondary schools. Teachers and teacher trainers from all subject areas can use this resource for their own professional development.

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To cite this resource: Polo Benito, I. (2012, December). Education for the Prevention of Discrimination (DISC) What are the dangers of stereotyping [PDF]. Strasbourg: The Pestalozzi Programme, Council of Europe, Training Programme for Education Professionals.