Social Influences on Gender Typing As discussed in the textbook Chapter 10, most cultures emphasize different characteristics as valued and important for boys/men and girls/women. They also differ in how flexible these expectations are, and how accepting they are of norm violations. How were you socialized with respect to norms for masculinity, femininity, and androgyny? … Read more
As the definition of gender continues to change in society, educational settings must be able to embrace and support these changes as well. Local education agencies have a responsibility to ensure that schools provide a safe learning environment for all students. Identify and discuss two assumptions about LGBTQ students that need to be challenged in … Read more
What is Gender? Why Does Gendered Violence Exist? Read and summarize each of the readings listed below, separately, in at least 3-4 sentences. \ 4.4 Violence against Women: Rape and Sexual Assault 4.3 Dimensions of Gender Inequality
should focus on connecting the concepts learned in the 2 modules and readings to your experiences in everyday life (e.g., conversations with family and friends or things you see/read/hear in the news, popular culture, or other media). You should display evidence of critical thinking (e.g., What did the experience make you think about with regards … Read more
After watching and reflecting on the video, answer the following questions. 1. According to Ferree and Wade “Our gender binary glasses, acquired as we learn the ways of our culture, “help us see the world the way most other people around us do, but they also help us preserve the binary itself” How are we … Read more
Assignment: Each student will write about the portrayal of gender from a chosen book. A current book related to gender will be chosen by the student. All selections must approved by the instructor. Please avoid textbooks!!
· Define and describe for lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals. o Gender and sexuality concepts. o Social and political context. o Social determinants of health affecting lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals. o Barriers to health care. o Health care disparities.
The reading for this week looks at how the study of gender connects to real change. You have read about the field of Gender Studies, of which the Sociology of Gender is a part, and about social movements and activism in the service of gender equality. As a response to this post, and making direct … Read more
Please choose ONE of the following to make an original response. Focus on quality, CRITICAL THINKING, sharing YOUR perspectives/ideas with a little bit of support for your assertions. Violence and Women: Violence against females is a worldwide issue. What types of gender roles, cultural beliefs, political systems, and SOCIALIZATIONS influence and tolerate violence against … Read more
Write a short summary about this reading you read this week. Any argument or something interesting? what made you confused about the reading? And ask one question about it. (at leat 4 sentences)