Confronting Sexual Harassment: Learning Activities for Teens

Confronting Sexual Harassment is aimed at middle and high school students and consists of eight group sessions, each with objectives, procedures, and activities. Students learn concepts and skills as they progress through the unit. They are challenged to take more responsibility in creating a safe and productive school environment. The unit was designed to stand alone or to be integrated into the curricula of regular middle or high school courses. Teachers, for example, might use the unit as a departure point to also teach writing and speaking skills in English classes, or as part of human development in Science. Counselors might want to present the unit in their work, either meeting with classroom groups or perhaps as a small group counseling unit with selected students. The unit can also be used in other settings, such as mental health agencies, religious centers, and community organizations. Supplemental activities are included for those who have more time and access to young people who would volunteer to participate in the experience. Some assessment instruments are also included. These can be used as an individual or group pre-post measure of concepts and skills.

This book is about sexual harassment. It is designed to help caring adults -- teachers, counselors, and others -- work with young people regarding the development of positive personal relationships. More specifically, it is an attempt to address the particularly troublesome area of harassment. It includes some general information and background which highlight the problem and provides a rationale for the guidance unit that follows.