...Although nowadays there are many feminists against gender stereotypes, gender stereotypes still exist everywhere. It is hard for people to eliminate gender stereotypes overnight. Most people know that stereotypes are not true, but many still assume of roles based on gender. We may all be guilty of many gender stereotypes, such as assuming that men have to make money for supporting family, and women are supposed to be housewifes. In “ How Toys teach children stereotypical gender roles”, Denise Starr summarized traditional gender rules, which was “ Boys are doctors; Girls are nurses. Boys are football players; girls are cheerleaders. Boys invent thing; Girls use the things boys invent, Boys fix things; Girls need things fixed. Boys are presidents;...
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...what ever it takes to meet these standards, but why? In the music video, “Try,” by Colbie Cailat, women realize they do not need society’s approval, and they do not need to ,”try,” as long as they like themselves. The most important thing is that they like themselves. Women should not be categorized or compared by their outer appearance. I got this idea from the concept of constructivism, “race,” is ,” place.” This is the idea that certain races or ethnicity fit into stereotypes. Constructivism is not natural. People are categorized into certain groups because of the color of...
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...Hip-hop influenced American culture by taking a political stance, forcing Government officials to address controversial topics. Hip-hop is more than just stereotypes, this type of music style goes beyond a new form of art communication and bares the souls of those who express the struggles and experience of their everyday life. On the same note, hip-hop artists realize that those who did not grow up around the vast culture of hip-hop they tend to portray the music as chaos and never truly understanding the message behind the music. For others to understand and connect with hip-hop we have defended the use of typical stereotypes and believe that hip-hop is a culture inspiration and a global influence. Without the innovation of hip-hop and the artists’ hard work that drives the creativity of poetic justice, there would be not hip-hop....
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...“Unbommonly Beautiful” “Only girls wear dresses!” “Only girls paint their nails!” “Only girls wear make up!” “Only girls wear palm-palms!” I beg to differ, Gender Stereo-Types, and you know what, perhaps I’ve got a little news for you: Young Thug does too! Signed to Hip-Hop “Mafia-Don” Gucci Mane at 1017 Records, as well as 300 Entertainment, Jeffrey Lamar Williams has been successfully gunning down gender stereotypes since day 1. Ever since the star first became a highly publicized controversy in the United States, millions of fans have over-glorified Thugger Thugger’s music, and have based their lives in accordance to his. Children, as well as adults have idolized him for his provocative lyrics, and for the ideologies he believes in; whilst at the same time, understanding very little of the words he says. His success continues, and yet still the fact remains: the media picks Young Thug apart, this way and that, for committing the simple crime of living the life he works hard to live....
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...Today there are many different genres of music. There are many types of music for anyone. Country and Rap music may be two most popular types of music. Many people who like country dislike rap music and the other way around. Many people who listen to rap would never listen to country or ever admit to it. On the other hand people who listen to country may enjoy some rap music. In each type of music, they have many sub-genres. There also are many stereotypes that are associated with these different genres of music. Many people think that country music and rap are completely different but they do have some similarities. Country music originates from the southern states. Country music has been around longer than rap music. Country music started to get popular in the 1920’s whereas rap was started in the 1970s. Many people who dislike this kind of music think it’s a bunch of hicks singing about how they lost their girlfriend, dog or truck. Most country songs tell stories, beginning, middle and end. Unlike rap music, many country songs do not include cuss words or very few of them. Rap music contains many cuss words and sexually explicit lyrics. Also where Rappers sing about drugs, country singers sing about drinking beer. Some believe country singers are only white; in contrast there are some Black Country singers. Rap music was first started in New York City. Rap music consists of rhyming and relies on technological tricks to sound good. Most rap singers sing about money...
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...Janelle Monae How does the image represent the theme you have chosen? The image is exotic because of what she is wearing as it is very unusual and different. Why do you think the artist has been represented this way? I think the artist has been represented this way because she stands out and the outfit kind of represents a goddess. Is the representation a positive or negative one? I do not thinks this is a negative representation as I think all she is trying to do is stand out and look good so that people by the CD. What impact does the representation have on the audience? I think the impact this has on the audience is that she is portraying the idea that she is a goddess and that she is important. Janelle Monae How does the image represent the theme you have chosen? The image is exotic because of what she is wearing as it is very unusual and different. Why do you think the artist has been represented this way? I think the artist has been represented this way because she stands out and the outfit kind of represents a goddess. Is the representation a positive or negative one? I do not thinks this is a negative representation as I think all she is trying to do is stand out and look good so that people by the CD. What impact does the representation have on the audience? I think the impact this has on the audience is that she is portraying the idea that she is a goddess and that she is important. Danger Danger Exotic Danger Eazy-E How does the image represent the...
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...There are many common stereotypes when referring to senior citizens. People often think to themselves: senior citizens are slow, bad drivers, rude, lazy, old-school and sickly; the list could go on. However, the documentary Young @ Heart, completely shatters most of these stereotypes and eliminates any misconceptions people may have towards senior citizens. The documentary follows a chorus of senior citizens from Northampton, Massachusetts, directed by Bob Cilman, from their rehearsals to their big performance. The film knocked down stereotypes, reinforced some common stereotypes and delivered a wonderful approach on the lives of these elderly people in Young @ Heart. It emphasized just how interesting their lives could be and it showed this in many ways. Considering the film is based on music that the chorus members sing, it is interesting to note that the overall music taste of the members is classical music, however the chorus performs pop, rock, R&B, alternative, heavy metal and punk songs. Although they may be old-school in their musical preferences, they love the overall energy of the songs and the joy it brings to their spectators. Bob Cilman wanted to turn up the heat for their next big performance by adding new songs to the mix. This was challenging for the members due to the fact that many of the songs were extremely fast and upbeat. Senior citizens may be stereotyped as slow, but eventually they were able to get the hang of it and complete the songs with no...
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...University of Phoenix Material Multicultural Matrix and Analysis Worksheet Instructions: Part I: Select and identify six groups in the left-hand column. Complete the matrix. Part II: Write a summary. Part III: Format references consistent with APA guidelines. |Part I: Matrix |What is the group’s history in the United |What is the group’s population in the |What are some attitudes and customs |What is something you admire about | | |States? |United States? |people of this group may practice? |this group’s people, lifestyle, or | | | | | |society? | |Native American |There are many different Native American |There are over 30,000 Native Americans|Native Americans are typically patient.|I admire their fight to keep their | | |tribes and each one is unique. Some Native|living in 16 urban areas of the United|They live a very spiritual lifestyle. |history and legacy alive. So many | | |American history is taught in school. We |States, according to the Bureau of the|They are also group oriented |of their people have moved on with | | ...
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...ShaQueelah Pierce Criminal Stereotypes of African American Males Watkins - English IV September 1, 2013 As human beings, we do certain actions without even knowing that we have done them, such as stereotyping other races or people by the way they look, talk, walk, or just carry themselves. African Americans, in particular, are a race of people that are stereotyped, but the typical African American males are usually stereotyped negatively. The typical stereotype for African American male is angry and criminals. The research I have conducted, has revealed to me that the criminal stereotype affects people’s memory, and essentially have a bad impact on people’s lives. I have evidence to show that there are people that believes the three issues and why it is not a valid stereotype toward African American males. African American males have gone through a lot of scrutiny throughout history. "In the past twenty-five years, African American males in the United States have gone through various social challenges." Bing lynched and murdered brutally just for their skin color, even the police pulling them over for no apparent reason and also considering the infamous Rodney King beating. Vast majority African American males have been through a lot of unnecessary adversity. Through these pointless social acts, some African American males have drifted toward criminal activities, such as: robbing people or stores, selling drugs, and doing anything to make money...
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...are all placed into categories based on our diversities. Some of these placements are done based on looks, economics, social status, gender and maybe even race. A lot of what a person believes about another is based on stereotypes. Stereotyping can be positive or negative. Myself I am an African American female who grew up in an African American culture. My background stems from Indian as well as Caucasian. I chose to identify with the African American side of me. This is because it is really all I knew while growing up. I was not raised within mixed culture until later in my adolescence. Others People close to me would also identify me as being African American because we all share the same attributes. People who do not know me would also see me as being African American. I also run into people that question whether I am “mixed”. This has a lot to do with my outward appearance as far as my hair and eye color being hazel and often changing. Assumptions Based on what others would think of me, would be that I am African American and I fit the stereotype which is often associated with us. I sometimes feel for the most people that people assume that I don’t have as much education as I do. They assume that because I am African American I listen to rap music and act “ghetto,” which is a word often associated with us. A big one I believe is that people feel that because of my color I don’t have goals. People often assume because I am African American that I am a Democrat....
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...For this report I am selecting a race, and a religious affiliation in which I do not belong. Our country is great on the fact it was formed by those of differing faiths, and ethnicities. I have chosen to write about the Hispanic and Latinos for my ethnic group, and Hinduism for my religious group. The Hindu religion is based around karma, and dharma. Karma is believed to be the actions, and intent of a person as an individual factor in the outcome of their future. An example of this is those who do good deeds, and help others will be rewarded positively in life for those deeds. Dharma in the Hindu faith is like Karma, but it is more of a concrete set of rights/duties, laws, virtues, etc. promoting in their eyes the right way of living. The followers of the Hindu faith differ from other religions as the perception of a God, or Gods is quite complex, and differs based on the beliefs of each individual. The perceptions of those who follow the Hindu faith are tolerant when met with others of a differing faith. In fact Hinduism itself has evolved throughout the years with various sub-faiths based on others religions. Hindus for the most part are an accepting, and peaceful religious group. They understand that others will have differing opinions, and are ok with that. Hinduism has contributed more than most will think to America. The practice of Yoga is one instance of something that has come from the Hindu faith. Vegetarianism comes from the art of Yoga, although not everyone...
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...coworkers, or even our parents, but we all have something that defines that word for us. I believe that professionalism is conducting yourself in a way that portrays your best character, skills, judgement, and the values that the company you work for or the school you attend believe in. A common stereotype of professionalism is a group of adults that are in a work setting and are dressed in business formal attire. The idea of professionalism is the same everywhere you go, but the definition changes to fit the environment that you are in. There was a coffee shop where I grew up that was respected by the whole community because of their constant outreach and involvement in our community. People wouldn't automatically picture this coffee shop when they thought of professionalism because it doesn't fit the stereotype. The baristas almost always wear shorts and tank tops that were often bright colors to represent California and to match their bright and sunny attitudes that you could always count on, they always had music blasting, and were overenthusiastic and outgoing when asking about your day. The baristas there still showed professionalism. Their clothes were within their dress code, their music was always clean and up to standards, they spoke to customers with respect and genuinely cared about them which is one of the main jobs of the baristas. They were doing their job well and that is professionalism. Professionalism isn't just important for the employee but also for the employers...
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...Crash. It is the perfect analogy of how we as a human race deal with life, people and our own experiences. Physical characteristics and racial differences may be interpreted as two distinguishing traits that separate us. I think it's what keeps us apart. That leaves several abstract questions that the film Crash illustrates. What are the origins of personal prejudice? Do individual experiences fuel standing stereotypes? Is it easier to perpetuate existing stereotypes because "things will never change?" Can people battle internal struggles within their own ethnic group? What prohibits us from overcoming these prejudices? The writers of the Crash managed to extend my viewing experience beyond the 90 minute film, thus forcing me to analyze my own prejudices and racial stereotypes towards others. I always thought that racism occurred as a result of a person's upbringing. If your parents were racist, there is a good chance that you will be a racist too. At first glance, Matt Dillon's character exhibits characteristics typical of this theory. Dillon exhibited a close bond with his father and later, we discover the roots of his racism. I naively assumed that Dillon was absorbing external cues from his father regarding his attitudes towards black people. It turns out that his father was not racist towards black people. It was Dillon who, in combination with his father's negative experiences and his own as a member of the LAPD, formed his own perceptions towards blacks. Another example...
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...I lived in United States for 5 years including this year. There was sometimes I thought about what is it like to be Asian, because some people have strong stereotypes about us. For example, they think all Asians will be good at math, and will like Chinese foods. Some people don’t know that Samsung is Korean company. According to scholarly article The model minority and the perpetual foreigner: Stereotypes of Asian Americans, The two most significant and persistent stereotypes of Asian Americans are the "model minority" stereotype and the stereotype that Asian Americans are perpetual foreigners (Lee, Wong, Alvarez, n.p). Moreover, according to Stereotypes of Asian American Students, high- and low-achieving Asian American students experience anxiety to uphold expectations of the model minority stereotype (Kim, Angela, Christine J, n.p). We as Asians often feel like we are foreigners though we live here and we go to school here, because there are lots of stereotypes about us. In our Korean school, we not only teach Korean language itself, but also teach Korean culture and history. Our instructor and we try hard to give accurate information and cultural experiences to students by researching different sources and historical figures. Teaching them about us will help them reducing the stereotypes. However, this might night change the whole society with this social issue. We again think it is one small step to help solving the social...
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...in my opinion, every time she exploits herself, she is indirectly diminishing the self-respect of black women everywhere and further manipulating the distorted perspective society has already formulated for them. Since the time of slavery, African American women have been seen as hyper sexualized beings and their body shapes and physical features have continually been contrasted to white women. The idea of sex craving women with voluptuous bodies has carried on through out generations. What is shocking is that these stereotypes live and breathe within the black community, and the film, television, and music industry are persistent to keep it alive and thriving. Bad enough men take advantage and abuse the appreciation of women’s bodies through the media, but it is absolutely sickening to see a multi-million dollar icon like Minaj do it to herself and the people around her. She tries to play off this role as a powerful woman competing with some of the biggest music names out there, but she isn’t using her natural talent or business skills. Minaj excessively personifies the power of her plump backside before the power of her words., which is what she is known for. But then again how powerful can her words really be when she has a song, entitled “Stupid Hoe.” The chorus of the song is very simple and straight forward with the repetition of the phrase, “you a stupid hoe.” Not that these words from a man’s mouth should ever be acceptable, but in the line of Nicki Minaj’s work, they...
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