Social Construction of Gender | Historicizing Constructivism | Introduction to Gender Studies CSS

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In gender studies, social constructivism proposes that gender roles, identities, and expectations are socially constructed rather than biologically determined. An example would be the idea of masculinity and femininity,
which vary across cultures and historical periods, indicating their constructed nature. For instance, the notion that certain traits or behaviors are considered masculine or feminine is learned and reinforced through socialization rather than being inherent to biological sex.
History of Social Construction:
"The Social Construction of Reality 1966" is a seminal work by Peter Berger and Thomas Luckmann. It explores how society constructs reality through shared meanings, symbols, and interactions. The book argues that reality is not simply "out there" waiting to be discovered but
is actively created and maintained through everyday social interactions. Berger and Luckmann examine how individuals learn and internalize societal norms, beliefs, and values, shaping their understanding of the world. They discuss various social institutions, such as family, education, and religion, and how they contribute to the construction of reality. Overall, the book offers insights into the dynamic relationship between society and individual perceptions of reality.
Post Modernism:
social constructionism is indeed considered a foundational concept within the postmodern movement.
Postmodernism challenges the idea of objective truth and emphasizes the role of language, discourse, and power dynamics in shaping our understanding of reality. Social constructionism aligns with this perspective by highlighting how reality is constructed through social processes, language, and cultural contexts rather than being objective or universal.
Postmodern thinkers often draw upon social constructionist ideas to deconstruct traditional narratives and question established norms and structures. They argue that what we perceive as reality is contingent upon social, historical, and cultural factors, and therefore subject to interpretation and critique.
Made by People: Gender, like what it means to be a boy or a girl, isn't something we're born with. People decide what it means in our society.
Rules About Gender: Society tells us how boys and girls should act, look, and behave. These rules are taught to us by our families, schools, and culture.
Everyone's Experience is Different: How we see and feel about gender can be different for everyone. It depends on things like where we come from, our race, and who we love.
We Show Gender Through Actions: We act out what we think being a boy or a girl is supposed to be like. This can include the way we talk, dress, and the things we like.
Gender Can Change: Gender isn't set in stone. It can change over time, and people can challenge what society thinks it should be.
People Work to Make Things Better: Some people are working to make sure that everyone is treated fairly, no matter if they're a boy, a girl, or something else. They want to break unfair rules about gender.

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