Students’ awareness on LGBTI issues in a heteronormative ELF classroom

Abstract

This monograph boards topics such as: bullying, constructionism, constructivism, and queer pedagogies by bearing in mind the limitations of heteronormativity in young students who use English as a Lingua Franca. The methodology is action research which has only focused on straight learners (the participants), who have a vision of homosexuality whose origin comes from their home and the environment in which they live. Therefore, this research shows the origins of this phenomenon and its impact which is described as bullying. The topics are presented starting from field notes until the latest instrument ´the interview´ which gives backup to the origin of the problematic. Besides, it is given an answer to future researchers and educators who may find bullying towards homosexuals in their fields. On the other hand, the use of Queer pedagogies and material is presented as a method to face the issue. Likewise, English as a lingua franca is kept in mind to support the main object of the learners and the inquiry field.