Gender

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In the context of the “nature versus nurture” (biology or culture) debate on gender in chapter 10? How do you explain the case of Julia in the video of “Child Gender Identity” ? Is it nature or it is nurture? Why? What would you do if you were the mother or father of that child? What if your child is a boy wanting to be a girl? would you take the same approach as a girl wanting to be a boy? Why yes or why not? Post minimum one question related to readings? Also add these two citation while answering the questions. 1. “you inherit your sex. but learn your gender as you learn the behaviors and attitudes your culture asserts are appropriate for your sex.” (Henslin 306) 2. “gender is a device by which society controls its members.” (Henslin 306) 3. “Gender, in contrast, is a social,not a biological characteristic.” (Henslin 306)

What might be some reasons men seem to be falling behind in today’s world? If this is true, why is it that women are still so poorly represented at higher organizational levels? The learning objectives which align with this discussion forum include: Apply an awareness of the dimensions of diversity and multicultural issues in your everyday life Encourage and support diversity to meet organizational needs Break down personal barriers that may stand in the way of becoming an inclusive leader

use the link to go to the website and answer the questions below: https://www.npr.org/2011/06/27/137342682/the-end-of-gender 1. Lise Eliot is quoted as saying “sex differences are real and some are probably present at birth, but then social factors magnify them.” What does this statement mean? Do you agree? Why or why not? 2. The author says that Americans excel at breaking down divisions. Do you agree with this statement? Provide examples in your answer. 3. Physician Leonard Sax has stated that “ignoring gender won’t make it go away.” Is a gender-neutral society one that ignores gender? 4. Is it necessary for a society to become gender-neutral in order for all citizens to be considered equal? Why or why not? 5. Are we moving toward an end of gender? Why or why not?

“controlling representations”. What does this term mean? What is an example of a controlling representation in the media that you have observed? Post an example (image, clip, or otherwise) of a controlling representation. Explain what kind of unconscious bias may be perpetuated by this kind of controlling representation.

This is not formal essay, does not need any source, simply answer the questions. Watch the TED Talk of founder Tony Porter at Answer the following: What is the man-box? What are some ways that you think males are placed in this box? Do you place males in this man-box? What are the dysfunctions of putting males into this man-box? What do you think is the role of our females in promoting the rigid idea of a “real man”? How is men’s liberation from the man-box tied to women’s liberation? What changes would you make in socializing children so that both males are females can develop qualities that are healthy rather than qualities that fit rigid stereotypes?

Subject: World Languages and Culture. CRITICAL REFLECTION ON THE READINGS: Please write a critical reflection paper . Critical reflection should have an introduction, and a conclusion. Well organized, clear and precise. READINGS:1. Association for women’ s rights in Development [AWID]. 2004. Intersectionality: A tool for Gender and Economic Justice. Women’s Rights and Economic change. No 9, August.

A critical exploration to why schools label girls as unproblematic in comparison to boys, why are they treated different and have different expectations to boys.

Although there have been many improvements for women in the workplace but there are still many inequalities for women when compared to men. Remedies are needed to secure a fair and equal role in the workplace.

use the link to go to the website and answer the questions below: https://www.npr.org/2011/06/27/137342682/the-end-of-gender 1. Lise Eliot is quoted as saying “sex differences are real and some are probably present at birth, but then social factors magnify them.” What does this statement mean? Do you agree? Why or why not? 2. The author says that Americans excel at breaking down divisions. Do you agree with this statement? Provide examples in your answer. 3. Physician Leonard Sax has stated that “ignoring gender won’t make it go away.” Is a gender-neutral society one that ignores gender? 4. Is it necessary for a society to become gender-neutral in order for all citizens to be considered equal? Why or why not? 5. Are we moving toward an end of gender? Why or why not?