Order 1110643: Read Instructions

In this assignment, which covers Eller (2016) chapters 5, 6 and 7, we look at some of the ways "gender" is socially constructed and used in society. What are some of the social attitudes, practices and beliefs about sex, sexuality, and gender that are used in the creation of gender, particularly "alternate" genders, around the world?

Begin with the overview on "The Construction of Alternate Genders" in chapter 5 of your text. Watch the three video clips from the "Independent Lens: Two Spirits" website, and explore the "Interactive Map of Gender-Diverse Cultures" (links below). If you wish to delve even further into gender diversity, the chapter 5 Lecture Notes include links for films and websites for further exploration (and you may know some, too!).

Address the following topics in your Module Discussion essay. Your assignment should be 350 words. It should include at least two citations: (1 citation from the course text and 1 citation from a Discussion video), and a Bibliography (see the one at the bottom of this assignment as a model).

1. Define gender, using the definition from the textbook. NOTE Textbook Correction: The correct definition for "gender" is on pages 90-91 of the textbook in the text of the page. The sidebar definition is incorrect for gender; it should be labeled "sexuality."

2. Choose two genders, one from the textbook and one from the video or map. For each gender you select:

a. Define and describe the gender.

b. Describe the culture or geographic area in which that gender is practiced.

c. Explain how the gender is socially constructed and practiced.

3. Describe at least one point of comparison and one point of contrast (beyond the different geographic locations) between the two genders.

4. Remember to "Think Across the Chapters." As you write this essay, consider how information, concepts and terms in from all the chapters in this Module can might be used to deepen your understanding. For more on how to think across the chapters this, refer to the  Syllabus .

Formatting:

· Your essay should be a minimum of 350 words. Include the word count after the last sentence in the essay. Don't count the words in the heading or the Bibliography. Remember, the Discussion Essay is graded for word count, not page length.

· Include a Works Cited or Bibliography. Be sure to use full bibliographic references for all sources, including websites and videos, according to correct style. See style guides on the  ANT112 Library/Research Guide  under Write and Cite tab and the Quick Citations Guide. Any style (MLA, Chicago, APA) is acceptable as long as it is used correctly and consistently. Use correct internal citation style.

· Chicago Manual of Style: Quick Tips

· MLA Citation: Quick Tips

· APA Citation: Quick Tips

· It is very important to submit an essay with correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Be sure to proofread and edit for these things. Use the spell and grammar check!

Submission:

· This assignment must be submitted to Turnitin by the date listed in the  Schedule of Work .

· Turnitin submission: Save your work as a .doc, .docx, or .rtf file only. Other formats might not transmit and cannot be guaranteed on time or graded. Submit through Dropbox in the  Discussion Two: Turnitin  folder.

· Discussion section submission: Write the essay as a document (Word, etc.) and then copy and paste your work to post it directly into the Module Discussion thread.

· For full credit, post at least two comments to peers by the date listed in the Module. Each comment must have at least 150 words. As for the essay, post the word count after each set of comments.

Bibliography

Eller, Jack. 2016. Cultural Anthropology: Global Forces, Local Lives. 3rd ed. New York: Routledge.

Nibley, Lydia. 2011. "Two Spirits Film Clips." Independent Lens. Last modified May 20, 2011.

Independent Lens. 2011. "Two Spirits: A Map of Gender-Diverse Cultures." Last modified May 20, 2011.

Links:

Video Clips 1, 2, and 3: Video Clips from the Two Spirits Documentary These are all on the same webpage.

Website: Interactive Map:  A Map of Gender-Diverse Cultures

I look forward to reading your work!