WSTB11H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Social Constructionism, The Hidden Curriculum, Meritocracy
19 Jan 2017
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Intersections of inequality are experienced and perpetuated through representation and discourse. These discursive practices are often enacted through bodily discourses (embodiment process) Some of the processes we have examined: abjection, othering, stereotyping, orientalizing. Movie about being labelled duff -> designated ugly fat friend . A gay, black, lower-class boy categorized as the ghetto gay guy. Providing opportunities, social mobility and meritocracy (liberal approach) Providing a space for self-actualization (radical approach) A changing and dynamic space (post- modern approach) Facilitating the internalization of dominant values; e. g. national identity, gender roles (social constructionist approach) Preparing individuals for the workforce (marxist approach. How working class kids get working class jobs . Tensions between different discursive positions ( nerds , cool , jocks , outcasts , duff etc. ) Stand up for people. don"t by a bystander. Help people feel safer so they can focus.
