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?