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Learn about stereotypes, their implications on individuals, and how to identify and challenge them. Explore common stereotypes in society and media, and discover ways to promote cultural understanding.
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Stereotype is a generalized picture of a person, created without taking the whole person into account
We stereotype a person based on... Take notes & create a list
Stereotypes are based on a person’s... Name Ethnicity Gender Age Appearance Residence Behavior Hobbies Career Education
What is a stereotype for a specific... Name Ethnicity Gender Age Appearance Residence Behavior Hobbies Career Education
Explain a personal event, or a time that you witnessed / heard about an experience with stereotypes (it could be either negative / positive)
Jewish Stereotypes • cheap • big noses • arrogant • good with money • love to argue & complain • love bagels & lox (salmon) • lawyer, doctor, or accountant
School Ties • David Green, a young Jewish boy, earns a scholarship to attend a private high school.
Stereotypes • As you watch the following video clips, see if you notice any stereotypes being used. • Be prepared to share after the video.
Scene 1 • The boys make a joke about Jews based on the stereotype that Jews are cheap. David becomes uncomfortable and keeps his religion a secret.
Scene 2 • After the boys find out that David is Jewish, David puts on his Star of David necklace and confronts his roommate, who is ignoring him.
Scene 3 • David is bullied for being Jewish by his classmates and rejected by the girl he was dating.
Which stereotypes were used? List & explain how the stereotypes were used • cheap • big noses • arrogant • good with money • love to argue & complain • love bagels & lox (salmon) • lawyer, doctor, or accountant
School Ties Movie Clips • What was the point in watching the video?
School Ties Movie Clips • The goal is to confront stereotypes so we are aware • of what we are thinking.
Do ALL Germans dislike Jewish people? Do ALL Jewish people dislike Germans?
NO! that is a stereotype
How is this relevant? • personal experience • & • what is going on today
Journal write about a situation you witnessed or experienced when a person was treated unfairly because of a stereotype
Elements of an Ad Timeframe When was the ad made? Is the ad relevant to today’s society? 2. Meaning Visuals What visuals are included? 3. Product What product is promoted? 4. Intended Message What do the producers want you to think? 5. Context Where might the ad appear? 6. Words What words are used in the message? 7. Extended Message What other messages might also be included? 8. Audience Who is it intended for? 9. Stereotype What stereotype is used? How is the stereotype used?
Be aware the next time you tell a joke... • you could be stereotyping