Homework: Personal Theory and Reflection Essay
Length: 700 to 1000 words.
Instructions:
"A feminist is anyone who recognizes the equality and full humanity of women and men." ~ Gloria Steinem
Part I:
Briefly summarize you personal theories of gender at the end of this semester by discussing how you viewed gender before this class and how your understandings have evolved.
1. How would you describe your understanding of the gender binary, gender performance, gender socialization, intersectionality, masculinities, and gender diversity etc.
2. Based on the materials this week, explain your definition of "everyday sexism" and how it connects to some of these concepts.
3. Describe an example of something in real life (other than what is presented in the material) that you would consider falling under your definition of everyday sexism. Why do you think this example is important and something people should think about/be aware of?
4. How can we understand this example intersectionally? What is the potential impact on both individuals and society?
Part II
Discuss how you feel you performed in the class overall and how well you have learned and demonstrated understanding of gender in society. For this section, you are evaluating your learning and how you think you have improved since the beginning of the semester. I will be taking your honest reflection into grading as well as the evidence you provide.
1. Which specific topics or homeworks do you believe highlight your best work and why?
2. Which topics or homeworks do you think could have been better or you still need better understanding on and why?
3. What do you think is the most important topic/concept/idea you worked on this semester and why?
Conclusion:
End your paper by discussing ways you have applied ideas from class to real life. This can include:
1. Conversations you have had with friends or family
2. Occasions when you have observed concepts in movies, TV or music
3. Times when you have noticed concepts at home, school, or work (outside of our class)
4. Any other relevant example- you have all done great work with this all semester in your discussion and activities.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.