Definitions DiscussionContains unread posts

Review the Sexism, Heterosexism, and Cisgenderism Lecture. You must watch the lecture prior to accessing the discussion topic.

After you watch the lecture:

• list the terms were you familiar with prior to this lesson. Define and describe those terms. Provide detail/explanation/example in your description to demonstrate your understanding of each term.
• Then, list (do not define/describe) the terms are you unfamiliar/not as familiar with/did not know.

Combined, the two lists should include all the terms covered in the lecture.

Respond to at least two classmates' posts with well thought-out responses that move the discussion forward. In your responses, you are to:

• Review the terms your classmates are unsure about; to your best ability, define/describe those terms in your own words. If your and your peer's lists of unfamiliar terms have the same word(s), include the definition from the lecture and then explain, in your own words and through description, how you understand the terms. Do not skip a term they did not define/listed as unsure. The goal is to help each other better understand the terms we are unsure/confused about. I encourage you to ask questions/answer questions to create a dialogue This is the lecture i couldn't upload the video

  Main Topic

  The lecture introduces three forms of oppression related to gender:
  1. Sexism – prejudice and discrimination based on sex.
  2. Heterosexism – prejudice and discrimination based on sexual orientation.
  3. Cisgenderism – prejudice and discrimination based on gender identity.

  Key Ideas

  • Society often treats sex, attraction, and gender as a binary (only two options).
  • The lecturer argues there are more than two sexes, attractions, and genders.
  • Gender roles are socially constructed rather than purely biological.
  • Gender expectations are reinforced through social norms and sometimes through threats or violence.

  Definitions Covered

  Sex

  Biological characteristics such as:
  • Chromosomes
  • Hormones
  • Reproductive organs
  The lecture discusses:
  • Male
  • Female
  • Intersex (people whose anatomy or chromosomes do not fit typical definitions of male or female).

  Gender

  A social construct that includes:
  • Masculinity
  • Femininity
  • Gender identity
  • Gender expression
  The lecture explains that gender is learned through culture and social expectations.

  Masculinity and Femininity

  • Masculinity is traditionally associated with strength and aggressiveness.
  • Hypermasculinity is an exaggerated form of stereotypical male behavior.
  • Femininity is traditionally associated with delicacy and prettiness.
  • Hyperfemininity is an exaggerated adherence to traditional feminine roles.

  Gender Identity Terms

  The lecture defines:
  • Cisgender
  • Transgender
  • Gender non-conforming
  • Non-binary
  • Agender
  • Pangender
  • Genderqueer
  • Two-spirit
  • Third gender
  It emphasizes that gender identity can be different from sex assigned at birth.

  Gender Expression

  How people present themselves through:
  • Clothing
  • Hairstyles
  • Voice
  • Behavior
  Gender expression may or may not match social expectations.

  Sexual Orientation Terms

  The lecture defines:
  • Heterosexual
  • Homosexual
  • Gay
  • Lesbian
  • Bisexual
  • Pansexual
  • Demisexual
  • Asexual
  • Questioning
  • Queer
  The instructor explains that attraction can be emotional, romantic, physical, or sexual.

  Ally

  An ally is described as a member of a dominant group who recognizes discrimination and works alongside marginalized groups for equality and justice.

  Sexism and Male Privilege

  • Sexism = discrimination based on sex.
  • Male privilege = unearned advantages given to men in society.
  • Examples include greater political representation and fewer concerns about gender being used against them.

  Heterosexism and Heterosexual Privilege

  • Heterosexism = discrimination based on sexual orientation.
  • Heterosexual privilege = advantages given to heterosexual people.
  • Examples include being able to live openly without fear of harassment because of sexual orientation.

  Cisgenderism and Cisgender Privilege

  • Cisgenderism = discrimination based on gender identity.
  • Cisgender privilege = advantages given to cisgender people.
  • Examples include being able to use public restrooms without fear of harassment or violence.

  Conclusion

  The lecture argues that sexism, heterosexism, and cisgenderism are connected through social ideas about gender binaries and gender roles. It introduces vocabulary related to sex, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation and explains how privilege and discrimination operate in these areas.