Lesson 6

• Understand the purpose of an interview and its role in gathering information
• Learn techniques for generating effective interview questions
• Practice generating interview questions for a young adult making a difference in society

1. • Chart paper or whiteboard
   • Markers or chalk
   • Writing materials (paper, pencils, etc.)
   • Sample interview questions are given below (optional)

NOTE: You can ONLY proceed with this lesson IF you have submitted the Phase 1 document to the CaL team and received feedback to move forward​

• Begin the lesson by explaining what an interview is and why it is important.
• Help students understand that interviews are conversations where we ask questions to learn about someone’s experiences, ideas, or accomplishments.
• Discuss the value of interviews in gathering information and understanding different perspectives.

• Engage students in a discussion about gender inequity
• Share examples of stories about gender inequity from other sources.  Resources: 
  1. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGdVbYTvA0i/?igsh=MWUzMWt6aWtkc2h1ZA%3D%3D 
  2. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-52541298 (BBC)
  3. https://medium.com/@myyzhang/two-personal-stories-on-gender-discrimination-fb403d0d1ac9 (Medium)

• Encourage students to think about the four sub themes in our larger theme of gender inequity: STories of those who confront it for themselves or others, stories of those who unknowingly perpetuate it, stories of those who stand on the sidelines and say nothing, and stories of those who have suffered because of it.  Ask them how these stories, shared above, relate to those subthemes.

1. Explain that effective interview questions are open-ended and encourage detailed responses.
2. Discuss question starters like “What,” “How,” “Why,” and “Tell me about.”
3. Demonstrate techniques such as brainstorming, thinking about personal interests, and considering the impact of the person’s work on the community.

1. Divide students into small groups or pairs.
2. Instruct students to generate interview questions for a young adult making a difference.
3. Encourage students to think about the person’s accomplishments, motivations, challenges, and future goals.
4. Provide support and guidance as needed, ensuring questions are relevant and open-ended.

• Have each group or pair share their interview questions with the class.
• Encourage feedback and discussion on the quality and effectiveness of the questions.
• Discuss how certain questions can elicit more detailed and insightful responses.

• Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson: the purpose of interviews, techniques for generating effective questions, and the significance of young adults making a difference.
• Provide the students with a list of sample interview questions (see sample questions below) as exemplars for their future interviews.
• Encourage students to use their generated questions and sample questions to conduct interviews and learn from inspiring young adults.

• Emphasize the importance of active listening during interviews to follow up on responses and ask additional probing questions.
• Foster an inclusive and respectful environment where all students’ ideas are valued.
• Remind students to prepare for interviews by researching the person they will interview beforehand.
• Encourage students to take written or recorded notes during interviews to capture important information and quotes accurately.

1. What inspired you to…?
2. How do you think your experience…?
3. Can you tell me about…?
4. What advice would you give to…?
5. How has your perspective changed through…?
6. Can you share an unforgettable moment or experience related to …?
7. What obstacles have you encountered while…?
8. What motivates you to…?
9. What lessons did you learn…?
10. Tell me about a person who……
11. How do you stay positive and motivated during challenging times?
12. What are you particularly proud of?
13. What kind of support did you receive from…?
14. What do you wish you had done differently?
15. Are there any specific changes or improvements you hope to see in society?
16. How do you see yourself continuing to make a difference in the coming years?
17. Can you tell me what is the scariest thing about this experience?
18. What do you want for your children?
19. How hard is it to…?

Examples of Specific Questions (ONLY for teacher reference)
Experiencing Gender Inequity

1. Can you share a time when you felt treated differently because of your gender?
2. Have you ever faced any barriers or challenges that you believe were rooted in gender bias?
3. Was there a particular moment in your life when you realized gender inequity was affecting you personally?
4. How did experiencing gender inequity shape your views or actions moving forward?
5. Have you ever had to fight for equal treatment or opportunities in any space?

Confronting Gender Inequity

1. Can you recall a time when you noticed someone being treated unfairly due to their gender and decided to speak up?
2. What motivated you to take action against gender inequity in that moment?
3. Have you ever challenged a gender stereotype or norm in your family, workplace, or community?
4. Did you face any resistance or backlash when you tried to confront gender inequality?
5. Looking back, do you think your intervention made a difference? Why or why not?

Perpetuating Gender Inequity

1. Can you think of a time when you unknowingly acted in a way that reinforced gender inequality?
2. What made you realize that your actions or words may have contributed to gender bias?
3. How did you feel once you became aware of your role in perpetuating gender inequality?
4. What did you do differently once you recognized your part in reinforcing these biases?
5. What advice would you give to someone who wants to unlearn harmful gender stereotypes?

Reflections on Gender Equity

1. How has your understanding of gender equity evolved over time?
2. What is one thing you believe everyone should do to promote gender equity?
3. Have you seen positive changes in gender equity in your community or workplace?
4. If you could change one thing about how society views gender, what would it be?
5. What does gender equity personally mean to you now, based on your lived experiences?