stereotypes and alternative lifestyles
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Message and Media
Impact
Objectives:
1. Define the concept of stereotypes.
2. Describe the male and female as presented by media.
3. Explain the effects or the advantages and disadvantages of these gender stereotypes.
4. Interpret 1 Peter 2:17 as their reflection on respect.
Cosmetics
Gym
Stereotypes in Media
Stereotypes• Generalizations or popular
beliefs of a specific group or gender.• Standardized and simplified
conceptions based on some prior assumptions
Stereotypes of Women in Media
• The Supermom• The Sex Kitten• Body Conscious • Fashion Diva• Weak• Soft
Stereotypes of Men in Media
• The Joker• The Jock
• The Big Shot• The Strong Silent
Type• The Action Hero
• Strong• Tough
Stereotypes in Toys
Stereotypes in Music
Stereotypes in Movies
Media deconstructing stereotypes
Other forms of Stereotyping
RACISM
Other forms of Stereotyping
Social Stereotypes
How do these stereotypes affect the way we treat or
assess people? Ourselves?
• Discrimination/ prejudice • Can affect one's own
perceptions of his race or sex• Impossible demands; e.g
beauty stereotypes of women in advertising, on individuals
Effects of Stereotypes
• Can foster a lack of self-esteem
• Can be viewed as reality than a chosen representation
Effects of Stereotypes
Reflection/Homework:
• Read 1 Peter 2:17 from the bible.• Interpret and explain this passage
relating to our lesson on stereotypes.(min of 5 sentences)•Write your explanation on a size 4.
Alternative Lifestyles
Alternative Lifestyles
• A way of life perceived to be unusual or outside the cultural norm• A type of home, job or routine
which is not considered normal in a modern society.
Goths
Unique tastes in music, aesthetics, and fashion
Gothic Motifs in Media
Gothic Motifs in Media
Vampires
Practicing vampire routines and acts
Vampires
Emo
Body Piercing
Alcoholics
Drugs
Hippies
Hippies in Media
Gays/ Lesbians
Gays/ Lesbians in Media
Synthesis•What can you say about these
lifestyles?•What are the pros and cons of
these being presented in media?