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    Journal of Education (University of KwaZulu-Natal)

    versión On-line ISSN 2520-9868
    versión impresa ISSN 0259-479X

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    MAHOSO, Thaddeus  y  FINESTONE, Michelle. Teachers' perceptions on teaching comprehensive sexuality education in early grades in Chipinge, Zimbabwe. Journal of Education [online]. 2023, n.91, pp.52-69. ISSN 2520-9868.  http://dx.doi.org/10.17159/2520-9868/i91a04.

    This study aimed at unravelling and comprehending teachers' perceptions on the teaching of comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) in early grades. The study opted for a qualitative case study design in an interpretive paradigm, with semi-structured interviews and document analysis as data-gathering instruments. Ten primary school teachers responsible for early childhood development were selected through purposive sampling. The collected data were analysed using a thematic approach. This study revealed that early grade teachers in Zimbabwe perceived CSE as essential in empowering early grade children with skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed to protect them from sexual abuse. However, they were uncomfortable teaching it due to several cultural restrictions. The teachers felt the need to be supported in the teaching of CSE in early childhood by being provided with a curriculum, appropriate professional development strategies, and teaching materials. The study recommends the teaching of CSE at early childhood development level. Parents should be educated on the significance and objectives of CSE for their children.

    Palabras clave : child sexual abuse; comprehensive sexuality education; adolescence; policy; early childhood development (ECD).

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