Feminist Theory PDF

FEMINIST THEORY At the end of the module you should be able to: 1. Explain feminist theory; 2. Identify the key concepts and feminist theorist; and 3. Express the importance of feminist theory Guide Questions: 1. Do you know who are in the first, second, third and fourth picture and their acc...

FEMINIST THEORY At the end of the module you should be able to: 1. Explain feminist theory; 2. Identify the key concepts and feminist theorist; and 3. Express the importance of feminist theory Guide Questions: 1. Do you know who are in the first, second, third and fourth picture and their accomplishments? 2. What do you think are the these pictures trying to tell us? 3. What makes them different from other women? The global idea of Feminism refers to the belief that men and women deserve equality in all opportunities, treatment, respect, and social rights. In general, Feminists are people who try to acknowledge social inequality based on gender and stop it from continuing. Feminist Theory includes attempts to describe and explain how gender systems work, as well as a consideration of normative or ethical issues, such as whether a society's gender arrangements are fair.  Gender Ideology and Inequality 1.Gender Ideology 2. Gender Inequality  Gender Ideology It is a social belief that supports gender inequality. It is a social divide that establishes perceived roles for men and women and relegating them to specific roles.  Gender Inequality It is the actualization or realization of gender ideology. There is gender inequality when the perceived role of women subordination to men reflects hiring procedures and requirements. Four types of feminism Radical feminism Socialist feminism Cultural feminism Liberal feminism  Radical feminism It is a movement that believes sexism is so deeply rooted in society that the only cure is to eliminate the concept of gender completely. Socialist feminism It is slightly less extreme but still calls for major social change. Socialist feminism is a movement that calls for an end to capitalism through a socialist reformation of our economy. Cultural feminism It is a movement that points out how modern society is hurt by encouraging masculine behavior, but society would benefit by encouraging feminine behavior instead.  Liberal feminism It is an individualistic form of feminist theory, which focuses on women's ability to maintain their equality through their own actions and choices. Theorists in Feminism Mary Wollstonecraft (1759–1797) was an English writer, philosopher, and women’s rights advocate. Wollstonecraft advocated that the human rights written by John Locke also be accorded to women. Nancy Cott born 1945 is an American historian and professor. Cott traced the historical roots of the feminist movement in America and identified its paradoxes, struggles, and periods of decline. Adrienne Rich (1929– 2012) was an American poet, and feminist. She used poetry to bring to light the oppression of women and lesbians in society. Patricia Hill Collins born 1948 is an American sociologist. Her work studies feminism in the perspective of a black woman. Collins argues that different oppressions happen within the context of race, gender and class and that there are overlapping instances of oppression. Ayn Rand (1905–1982) was an American novelist, philosopher, and playwright. Calling her philosophy objectivism. She aimed to use reason in order to achieve personal happiness.  Editorial Cartooning Materials needed: pencil, crayons, bondpaper. Directions: Create an editorial cartoon showing the idea of Feminism. Rubrics/Criteria Relevance to the theme - 40pts Originality - 35pts Impact (neatness, harmony, Color presentation ) - 25 pts TOTAL 100 pts.  Any question? THANKS!