Authors: Mae Ann N. Renacia, Rechard D. Garzon, Shaira Mae P. Orosia
https//orcid.org/0009-0005-6131-0947/maeannrenacia24@gmail.com, richardgarzon578@gmail.com, shairamaeorosia@gmail.com, jmpitalco@gmail.com
College of Teachers Education
Philippine Electronics and Communication Institute of Technology, Inc. (PECIT)
Co-Author: Rene Lyn M.Tapales,LPT
PECIT GenEd Instructor
https//orcid.org/0009-0000-7363-3317
renelyntapales.21@gmail.com
KEYWORDS: Gender education, Descriptive-correlational, Gender equality, Frequency and Percentage, Mean, Pearson-r, Gender roles, Gender concepts, Attitudes, Stereotypes, Behavior, Willingness, and Relationships, Philippines.
ABSTRACT
It is fascinating to consider how deeply ingrained the initial thoughts and feelings about gender might influence our journey through gender education in college. This study explored the relationship between gender education and students’ attitudes and behaviors related to gender concepts. Data analysis from various tables revealed that gender education positively impacts students’ views on gender equality and their willingness to challenge gender stereotypes. The data showed a strong correlation between educational programs and support for gender equality, with students receiving more education demonstrating more progressive views. Moreover, the impact on core beliefs about gender roles seems less pronounced; the study suggests a nudge towards less traditional views. Interestingly, a potential link between a student’s primary and willingness to address the gender gap emerged, with students in social sciences and humanities showing a slight positive correlation. Overall, the study concludes that gender education plays a significant role in shaping positive attitudes and potentially influencing actions that promote gender equality. Further research is recommended to explore the distinction of the relationship and investigate areas with less clear connections, such as the link between education and empowerment related to gender roles.
