Gender+Roles+and+the+Depiction+of+Gender

= **Gender Roles and the Depiction of Gender** =

Overview:

 On this section of CI-3000-350's Wiki Space, feel free to explore ideas and information concerning:


 * Gender roles
 * Representation of gender roles and of women in curricula, literature, or media.
 * Sexual orientation-and the issues that teachers should be aware of.
 * Challenges that gay children and teens face, as well as parents.

 Explore children's literature to see how authors tackle the issues of gender and gender roles through communication through text. That communicate ideas specifically geared towards children and teens. Included in the children's literature section you will find activities and guiding questions for teachers of several different grade levels.

 In the research section there are several articles that touch on different characteristics that gender and gender roles play in today's society. Also, read the articles and learn about the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender parents. As well as articles that focus on how parents influence children's perception of socialization and gender roles.

 Lastly, check out Disney's portrayal of women and their roles in society through the use of popular children's movies such as //The Little Mermaid, Cinderella, and Beauty and the Beast.//


 * Children's Literature
 * Research
 * Websites, Other Research