WSTC28H3 Lecture Notes - Double Bind, Assertiveness
7 May 2012
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Two-culture approach equal: different by equal. The first approach power was key analytical concept. Patriarchy was seen as a dominant force. The origin of sexist language men created language that was embedded with patriarchal notion. Patriarchy is not the only form of dominantion. Different phases of feminism and the study of gender and language. This is the model that cameron talks about in the b section. Transcend gender divisions where male and female difference would become socially insignificant. What does it mean to talk about biological essentialism: innate differences. We don"t just want to be moved away from biological essentialism but we also want to move away from social essentialism. Why many feminist have issues with these things. Men are more straightforward thinkers and linear thinkings. Women are more circular in their thinking give a lot of details. How can i change my speech so accommodate men.
