Stereotipe Peran Laki-Laki dan Perempuan dalam Buku BahasaIndonesia SMP Kelas VII

Abstract

This research investigates how male and female gender roles are portrayed in a seventh-grade
Indonesian language textbook used in junior high schools. The study focuses on the depiction of
gender roles through both narrative and visual elements, and whether traditional gender norms are
implicitly reinforced. A qualitative research approach is applied, utilising content analysis as the
method. Data are obtained from textbook documentation and examined using Norman Fairclough’s
critical discourse analysis framework, allowing for in-depth evaluation of text and imagery related to
gender representation. The study’s findings reveal an unequal portrayal, where male figures are
predominantly associated with active, public domains, whereas female figures are more often linked
to passive or domestic roles. These patterns highlight the persistence of stereotypical gender
constructs within educational content. It is concluded that while textbooks are intended to serve as
neutral instructional tools, they may unintentionally perpetuate gender bias. Therefore, critical
reflection and revision are necessary to promote a more inclusive and gender-sensitive learning
atmosphere.