Compare and contrast the 2 news stories, addressing similarities and differences in the articles or videos in their discussion on gender.

For this assignment, you will prepare a presentation on a current event related to gender. Select a topic related to gender that has been addressed in the media within the last year.

You will then create a presentation analyzing the topic and 2 related news stories. You can use presentation software/programs such as Prezi, Kaltura, Powerpoint, Keynote, or Youtube for the assignment.

 

1. Select at least 2 news articles/reports related to the topic. Provide a brief description of the topic and each of the 2 news sources.

Include the source, date of publication, and other identifying details in the References section.

2. Next, evaluate the way that gender is depicted in the news articles/sources. How do the sources relate to the topic of gender in society?

3. Analyze the gender-related topic using related theories, course materials, and/or additional scholarly sources.

For example, what do the news stories tell us about sexism in society, the social construction of gender, masculinity, femininity, gender roles, inequality, etc.?

4. Compare and contrast the 2 news stories, addressing similarities and differences in the articles or videos in their discussion on gender.

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