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Title: Relationship between the Perception of Teachers and Students on Implementing Sex Education at Schools in Kerala
Language: English
Authors: Aarsha A. V. P., Suresh Kumar K.
Source: Education and Society. 2025 43(2):25-39.
Availability: James Nicholas Publishers. PO Box 5179, South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Australia. Tel: +61-39-696-5545; Fax: +61-39-699-2040; e-mail: custservice@jnponline.com; Web site: https://www.jamesnicholaspublishers.com.au/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 15
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Secondary Education
Descriptors: Teacher Attitudes, Student Attitudes, Sex Education, Individual Characteristics, Knowledge Level, Gender Differences, Educational Attainment, Intellectual Disciplines, Instructional Program Divisions, Parent Background, Foreign Countries, Adolescents, Secondary Education
Geographic Terms: India
DOI: 10.7459/es/430203
ISSN: 0726-2655
2201-0610
Abstract: Sex education remains a controversial topic in many parts of the world, including India. This study aimed to assess the relationship between the perception of teachers and students regarding the implementation of sex education in schools in the state of Kerala, India. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 500 teachers and 1500 students from 25 randomly selected schools. Questionnaires were used to collect data on socio-demographics, knowledge, attitude, and perception towards sex education. Chi-square tests and logistic regression analyses were performed to examine the associations. The majority of teachers (78.6%) and students (69.4%) had a positive perception of sex education. However, a significant difference was observed between the perceptions of teachers and students (p<0.001). Factors associated with a positive perception among teachers included being female, having higher education, and teaching science subjects. Among students, factors such as being female, studying in higher grades, and having educated parents were associated with a positive perception. The findings highlight the need for comprehensive sex education programs in schools, with the active involvement of teachers and parents, to promote the sexual and reproductive health of adolescents.
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