Teaching LGBT history is one part of history that has not been included in the study of history in the past, but there is a rich history of individuals and events to be told – right along with the study of civil rights, ethnic studies, and women’s rights. LGBT history is part of American history and therefore is now included in California schools. Despite the fact that it is the law in California, inclusion of all people in the study of history better engages all students in their learning and causes more students to be successful and graduate from high school.
As I explain to various groups, there is a difference between:
- Teaching LGBT history
- Advocating a lifestyle
- Promoting a religion
Summer Course, Resources, Professional Learning and Publications
- CSUMB Summer Course 2018 Recordings and syllabus “Teaching LGBT History in Schools“
- LGBT history lesson plans
- LGBT Professional Learning
- LGBT History Curriculum Guide Info for 8th and 11th Grade
- History Textbook Alignment Tool K-5; 8th; 11th / FAIR Act.
- LGBT History Resource Links – 8th Grade U.S. History * 11th Grade U.S. History
- LGBT / Queer History Timeline (based on 8th and 11th California History Standards
- 2015 Report: Implementation of LGBT Inclusive School Policies in California (Darrow)
- FAIR Education Act Coalition