PSYC338 WEEK 1 POST

PSYC338 WEEK 1 RESOURCES

https://nobaproject.com/modules/gender

https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/umuc/reader.action?docID=5106984&ppg=149

https://sk-sagepub-com.ezproxy.umgc.edu/reference/gender/n181.xml

https://nobaproject.com/modules/conducting-psychology-research-in-the-real-world

https://nobaproject.com/modules/conducting-psychology-research-in-the-real-world

PSYC338 WEEK ONE DISCUSSION

Weekly Discussion

 

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***REMEMBER: Please review the Respectful Engagement Requirement (listed on your syllabus as well as the main discussion page). Initial posts are due no later than Saturday 11:59pm ET and replies (2) are due no later than Tuesday 11:59pm ET each week.***

(1) In your own words, give a thorough definition of "gender" and "gender identity". Must be at least 2 - 3 sentences and cannot be copied from the resources or the internet.

Next, (2) describe actual gender differences, gender roles, and gender stereotypes and (3) give examples of each. This section should be a  minimum of 3 paragraphs and should cite any resources used at the end of your post using APA format (remember, resources must be peer-reviewed).

(4)  In your own words, describe the consequences of relying on and expecting gender differences. (5) Find a recent news article that provides a real life example of the consequences of expecting gender differences. Based on what you've read this week, (6) look at this article as a gender researcher and give your feedback about the article. Your feedback should be based on facts discussed in class this week and/or other academic resources, not your personal opinions. This section should be a minimum of 2 paragraphs. 

Don't forget to include APA citations at the end of each discussion post.

In addition to posting your main entry, it is required that you respond to at least TWO (2) of your classmates' entries.  In 75 words or more, provide constructive feedback on their post. Did they miss anything in their definition or analysis? What were your thoughts about the link they posted? What additional thoughts do you have?  Share them.  When providing your feedback, present the logic behind it and, where appropriate, cite research to support your thoughts.