LibGuides: SOC-2010 v1: Week 5 Resources

Week 5 Resources

Chapter 12: Gender, Sex, and Sexuality
Introduction to sociology (2nd ed.). (2015). Houston, TX: OpenStax. Retrieved from https://openstax.org/books/introduction-sociology-2e/pages/12-introduction-to-gender-sex-and-sexuality
- Chapter 12 looks at sex and gender and defines what is meant by gender identity. It discusses the impact of socialization on gender and gender and gender identity. As you read this chapter consider how you have been socialized to view gender.

Changes in Gender Roles in the Family
Changes in gender roles and family life. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://courses.lumenlearning.com/ushistory1americanyawp/chapter/changes-in-gender-roles-and-family-life/
- This brief article provides a historical overview of how gender roles in the family began to evolve in the 19th century as a result of economic and market changes.
Four Frames of Gender
Framework for promoting gender equity in organizations. (n.d). Retrieved from https://www.wepan.org/page/FourFrames
- This website provides and overview of the four frames of how organizations can create better gender equity on the worksite.
Gender Inequality in Household Chores and Work-Family Conflict
Cerrato, J., & Cifre, E. (2018). Gender inequality in household chores and work-family conflict. Front. Psychol., 9. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2018.01330
- This article looks at how work-family conflict can derive from gender inequality and how that negatively affects health and general life.
Gender and Science Fiction
Geek’s Guide to the Galaxy. (2014, Oct 11). Sci-fi’s hottest new writer won’t tell you the sex of her characters. Retrieved from https://www.wired.com/2014/10/geeks-guide-ann-leckie/
- In this article from Wired, you will take a look at the work of science fiction novelist, Ann Leckie. As you read, consider why Leckie might refuse to state the gender or sex of her characters. How might learning about a "gender neutral" world help revisit human assumptions of sex, gender, and their stereotypes?

Chapter 14: Marriage and Family
Introduction to sociology (2nd ed.). (2015). Houston, TX: OpenStax. Retrieved from https://openstax.org/books/introduction-sociology-2e/pages/14-introduction-to-marriage-and-family
- Chapter 14 describes society’s current understanding of family; the variations of what are considered family and the social impact of changing family structures. As you read, consider how the concepts of the family have changed over time. How does your definition of family compare to those of your parents or grandparents?

Theoretical Perspectives on Gender
Theoretical perspectives on gender. (n.d.) Retrieved from
https://courses.lumenlearning.com/alamo-sociology/chapter/reading-theoretical-perspectives-on-gender/
- This provides an overview of how the various sociological theories perceive gender.

TEDx Talks. (2013, May 3). Understanding the complexities of gender: Sam Killermann at TEDxUoflChicago [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRcPXtqdKjE&rel=0

In this TED Talk, you will listen to Sam Killermann, comedian and social justice advocate, as he discusses gender, identity, and oppression. As you watch and listen, consider how culture impacts gender and how we identify our own gender. How do "cultural norms" around masculinity and femininity perpetuate gender identity and stereotypes?

What is an Infographic
Nediger, M. (2019, August 20). What is an infographic? Examples, templates & design tips. Retrieved from https://venngage.com/blog/what-is-an-infographic/
- This webpage provides information on infographics and how to create one and will support you in the Week 5 assignment.