Brief Introduction
Explore how women are represented in the media and reflect on what it means for contemporary society and culture.Course Summary
This course explores the representation of gender in the media and its impact on society. Students will gain a deeper understanding of how gender stereotypes are perpetuated through various forms of media and how it affects individuals and communities.Key Learning Points
- Analyze the impact of media on gender identity and socialization
- Explore the intersectionality of gender with other identities such as race, class, and sexuality
- Critically evaluate media messages and representations of gender
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Gain a deeper understanding of the representation of gender in media
- Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate media messages and representations
- Apply intersectionality to analyze the impact of media on society
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of media and communication
- Interest in gender studies and social issues
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Interactive
Similar Courses
- Race and the Media
- Media and Society
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. bell hooks
- Gloria Steinem
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is designed for anyone who wants to be able to engage with media more critically, or anyone who wants to learn more about gender inequality, female media representation, media studies, feminist activism and feminist analysis.
Knowledge
- Key concepts and definitionsMedia monitoring in fact and fictionPoliticsViolenceSportsSexualisation and body imageFeminist media and digital media
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews of the Gender and the Media course from FutureLearn. Discover what users think about the course and how it can benefit you. Find out why many users enjoyed the course and what pros and cons they mentioned most often.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course is well-structured and provides a good overview of the topic, according to many users.Pros from User Reviews
- In-depth coverage of the topic
- Engaging and interactive materials
- Great discussion forums to interact with other learners
- Good mix of theory and practical examples
- Helpful feedback from instructors
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course content too basic
- The course may require more time commitment than expected
- Lack of diversity in the course materials
- Some technical issues with the platform
- Inconsistent quality of feedback from different instructors
Population 10 Billion: Researching Global Issues
- 0.0
-
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
Learn how university researchers from different disciplines work together to solve some of the world's biggest problems. Could robots help us to live independently for longer?...
Advertising and Society
- 4.7
-
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
This course examines the relation of advertising to society, culture, history, and the economy. About the Course The lectures will discuss theoretical frameworks and apply them to specific advertisements....
Text Mining and Analytics
- 4.5
-
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
Detailed analysis of text data requires understanding of natural language text, which is known to be a difficult task for computers....
Ethical Social Media
- 4.5
-
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
Social media connects us across space and time, allowing us to find like-minded communities and participate creatively in public life as never before....
