W13.2 May 31(Fri)—CHENG SHIYI

1.Summary

 This article is about gender as a socially constructed role and the difference between sex and biological sex. Gender is not just a biological difference between male or female, it is shaped by society and culture. Different societies have different expectations and roles for men and women, such as the traditional belief that men should be strong and women should be gentle. And the article also talks about the various manifestations of gender inequality, e.g.: women are discriminated against in the workplace because of these social expectations and stereotypes. Gender identity and gender expression then is how individuals view themselves and express their gender, for example: some people identify psychologically as female even though they are physically male. There are also, different perspectives of gender theories including functionalism, conflict theory and symbolic interactionism to name a few. These theories explain how gender affects individuals and social structures, illustrating inequities in the distribution of power and resources. Afterwards the focus was also on the feminist movement, where people want to change the stereotypes of gender in society and fight for gender equality and women's rights.

2.Interesting Point

One of the questions in the final discussion section of the article is how many genders are there? I think this question is very interesting, in today's world there are not only two genders, male and female. This question reflects the fact that modern society's understanding of gender is evolving and changing. In addition to the traditional male and female, there are many other identities such as transgender, gender fluid, etc. This reflects the diversity of individual experiences and socio-cultural diversity, which challenges traditional notions of gender and promotes social inclusion and respect.

3.Discussion

 From what I have learned, there are many other gender identities besides the traditional male and female identities, such as transgender, gender fluid, and so on. In the United States, if someone discriminates against these gender identities, they are usually blamed or criticised by others. So may I ask why this is?


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  1. HUANGQIHAOJune 16, 2024 at 12:58 AM

    The role of gender as a social construct not only involves the self-identity of individuals, but also profoundly affects the culture and values of the whole society. By exploring how gender is shaped and understood, we can better understand the unequal distribution of power and resources in society, and thus promote the process of gender equality.

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