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Gender Issues in Social 
Construct
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Gender Issues in Social 
Construct
Introduction to Gender in 
Society
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Composition of Society
A society comprises males and females. The health of a society is determined 
by the opportunities provided to both genders.
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Learning Opportunities
Females are often not given due consideration when it comes to learning 
opportunities.
3
Common Ill-Practices
Gender bias and gender stereotyping are prevalent issues in our society.
4
Goal for Equality
We must strive to provide equal opportunities to both genders to create a 
strong and healthy society.
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Gender Issues in Social 
Construct
Introduction to Gender in 
Society
1
Composition of Society
A society comprises males and females. The health of a society is determined 
by the opportunities provided to both genders.
2
Learning Opportunities
Females are often not given due consideration when it comes to learning 
opportunities.
3
Common Ill-Practices
Gender bias and gender stereotyping are prevalent issues in our society.
4
Goal for Equality
We must strive to provide equal opportunities to both genders to create a 
strong and healthy society.
Evolution of Gender as a Social Construct
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Early Childhood
Gender was considered achieved and stable after acquisition in early 
childhood.
2
Binary Categories
Male or female are usually the only categories our world relates to when it 
comes to gender.
3
Societal Expectations
Gender normalities are constructed by our society's co-existing features 
and needs.
4
Limited Choice
The social construct of both genders is usually not given a choice to decide 
their own identity in this category.
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Gender Issues in Social 
Construct
Introduction to Gender in 
Society
1
Composition of Society
A society comprises males and females. The health of a society is determined 
by the opportunities provided to both genders.
2
Learning Opportunities
Females are often not given due consideration when it comes to learning 
opportunities.
3
Common Ill-Practices
Gender bias and gender stereotyping are prevalent issues in our society.
4
Goal for Equality
We must strive to provide equal opportunities to both genders to create a 
strong and healthy society.
Evolution of Gender as a Social Construct
1
Early Childhood
Gender was considered achieved and stable after acquisition in early 
childhood.
2
Binary Categories
Male or female are usually the only categories our world relates to when it 
comes to gender.
3
Societal Expectations
Gender normalities are constructed by our society's co-existing features 
and needs.
4
Limited Choice
The social construct of both genders is usually not given a choice to decide 
their own identity in this category.
Gender, Socialisation and Education
Sex vs. Gender
Sex refers to biological distinctions 
between males and females, while 
gender refers to social distinctions 
developed by society.
Socialisation Process
Socialisation causes learning of 
culturally defined gender roles. Boys 
and girls have different socialisation 
experiences at home, school, and 
elsewhere.
Pre-existing Gender 
Identity
Children enter school with a good idea 
of their gender identity, learned from 
parents, family members, media, and 
other agents of socialisation.
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Gender Issues in Social 
Construct
Introduction to Gender in 
Society
1
Composition of Society
A society comprises males and females. The health of a society is determined 
by the opportunities provided to both genders.
2
Learning Opportunities
Females are often not given due consideration when it comes to learning 
opportunities.
3
Common Ill-Practices
Gender bias and gender stereotyping are prevalent issues in our society.
4
Goal for Equality
We must strive to provide equal opportunities to both genders to create a 
strong and healthy society.
Evolution of Gender as a Social Construct
1
Early Childhood
Gender was considered achieved and stable after acquisition in early 
childhood.
2
Binary Categories
Male or female are usually the only categories our world relates to when it 
comes to gender.
3
Societal Expectations
Gender normalities are constructed by our society's co-existing features 
and needs.
4
Limited Choice
The social construct of both genders is usually not given a choice to decide 
their own identity in this category.
Gender, Socialisation and Education
Sex vs. Gender
Sex refers to biological distinctions 
between males and females, while 
gender refers to social distinctions 
developed by society.
Socialisation Process
Socialisation causes learning of 
culturally defined gender roles. Boys 
and girls have different socialisation 
experiences at home, school, and 
elsewhere.
Pre-existing Gender 
Identity
Children enter school with a good idea 
of their gender identity, learned from 
parents, family members, media, and 
other agents of socialisation.
Gender Roles, Stereotypes and Discrimination
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These interconnected factors contribute to the perpetuation of gender inequality in society, affecting various aspects of life from personal 
relationships to professional opportunities.
Gender Roles
Based on societal norms, associating 
masculinity with strength and femininity with 
nurturing.
Gender Socialisation
Begins at birth through family, education, peer 
groups, and mass media.
Stereotypes
Form the basis of prejudiced beliefs, leading to 
discrimination.
Discrimination
Includes occupational sexism and violence 
against women.