Discussion Post
The purpose of these recap discussion boards is to create dialogue and analytical discourse about the material covered in the chapter. In answering the recap discussion questions, you should engage in meaningful discussion with your fellow classmates. Please make sure to pay close attention to the specific due dates for each discussion board. You can contact me directly if you have any questions or post your question on the 'General Questions/Concerns' discussion form on the course site.
Task
Make a list of 3 ways your life would be different if you were a member of the opposite sex or gender. Think about obstacles, benefits, emotions/feelings, sexual activity, work/occupation, sports/leisure, etc. Attempt to explain why you believe these are obstacles and/or benefits. Find one research study that supports your claims and share the link with your classmates.
Learning Objectives:
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A) Sex and Gender
a) Define and differentiate between sex and gender
b) Define and discuss what is meant by gender identity
c) Understand and discuss the role of homophobia and heterosexism in society
d) Distinguish the meanings of transgender, transsexual, and homosexual identities
B) Gender
a) Explain the influence of socialization on gender roles in the United States
b) Understand the stratification of gender in major American institutions
c) Describe gender from the view of each sociological perspective
C) Sex and Sexuality
a) Understand different attitudes associated with sex and sexuality
b) Define sexual inequality in various societies
c) Discuss theoretical perspectives on sex and sexuality
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.