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Women Studies Media Analysis

Media analysis

The objective of this assignment is to critically examine how interlocking systems of oppression in relation to gender (along with other axes of difference like class, sexuality, race, etc) works in everyday life and the role of media in the process. You must pick any one of the following and apply the course materials  (specific readings/quotes and concepts from the class and these must be properly referenced) to analyze it:

1)   Billboard

2)   Commercial

3)   Newspaper / Daily news report on TV

4)   Movie

5)   TV show

6)   Music video

7)   Magazine cover/article

8)   Social Media campaign

In this 3 page (excluding bibliography), double spaced paper (12 point font, 1 inch margins) make sure you describe the media source you have chosen, where it is located/featured, why you chose it, what questions/issues it raises for you. Most importantly, your analysis should illustrate how the media operates as a social institution linked to multiple and interlocking systems of oppression/privilege and key intervention feminists can make in how we perceive, use and respond to it.

Due: Via D2L submissions (in word or PDF file) on date specified on the syllabus. Please do not send your assignment via email unless you have cleared it with me first.

Note: Make sure you check the writing guide, referencing guide on D2L

 

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Gender inequality has been a significant issue in society, where females are oppressed in various aspects of their lives. Oppression concerning gender is a problem factor in the current society, and it is influenced to some degree by the media. Different media programs meant to promote a product, educate or entertain the audiences usually find themselves biased on a particular side, thus oppressing others. Although the media should observe equality, it has failed in some instances. Therefore, media plays a crucial role in the oppression of certain societal groups, thus creating inequality. 

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