Thursday, 22 November 2007
swapping books with jagjeet
Representing race- Robert Ferguson.jagjeet gave me this book to conduct some of my own research on. it was useful in putting my argument of racism in context to my study and gave me good reference to racial studies carried out in previous years.
blog buddy meeting
the meeting with jagjeet went very well. although much of it was spent laughing, it was very productive for us to identify all the common grounds in which our studies stand on. some of these areas were, the idea of black youths being misrepresented by poor role models. rappers tend to be youthful and appeal very strongly to the black youth of today and therefore the people that jagi is studying are my topics target audience.
Thursday, 15 November 2007
Wednesday, 14 November 2007
book bibliography
1. Feminist Theorists (1983) by by Dale Spender - The book focuses on theory and thoerists around the 80's and even back to the late 1600's E.g. Mary Astell. This will aid my study as this book focuses on the historical side of SHEP.
2.Race and Gender (1985) by Madeleine Arno - The book outlines the representations of women as well as racial issues, additionally it contains theories. this book is a comprehensive source for theorists. race and gender aere both in looking at my study as it deals with black women and this book contains valuable info on black feminists.
3. Bryson, Valerie (1999): Feminist Debates. Hong Kong: Macmillan Press LTD.This book is based on feminist debates and theories in this day and age. It mentions issues such as women in western societies, the changing structure of the family, male violence against women, the political representation of women, the way society challenges gender inequalities, the start of feminism etc.
4.Tooley James (2002): The Miseducation of Women. York Road, London: Continium.this book focuses on the socialisation of women and men through the education system.
5.Gauntlet David 2002:Media, Gender and Identity, An Introduction USA. this a source of theorists on feminism. this book explores past history and present day trends that represent woman.
6.Hip Hop Hearings: Women On Misogyny
Author: Davey D. this book is highly controversial as it not only talks about why and how the negative representation of black women is created, by who creates this and who benefits from this steroetype. an interesting read indeed. ........[...It is easy for me to understand why Black folk would be in an uproar over a White man referring to young Black women as “nappy headed hoes”....]
7.Ain't I A Woman: Black Women and Feminism (Paperback)by Bell Hooks (Author). "In a retrospective examination of the black female slave experience, sexism looms as large as racism as an oppressive force in the lives of black females..." this quote sums up the nature of the text as it talks of a group that i have searched after locating it in my media dictionary, the black feminists.
8.African American Feminisms 1828-1923 (History of Feminism) by Teresa Zackodnik. this text draws on the different aspects of african feminism movement over the history of african american feminism. this text highlights strongly on the opressive forces of the past and how they overcome this opression. this is interesting, as it will act as a contrast for the self degrading representation of women.
9.Home Girls: A Black Feminist Anthology by Barbara Smith. An anthology of writings by black and lesbian activists. First published in 1983, this edition benefits from an updated list of contributor biographies, and a new preface that provides an assessment of how black women's lives have changed - or not - since the book was first published.
10.Misogyny: The World's Oldest Prejudice by Jack Holland.
The World's Oldest Prejudice is an important and timely book. While some may find its central tenets to be controversial, it was written out of a sincere desire to address the immense suffering of women worldwide, throughout time.
2.Race and Gender (1985) by Madeleine Arno - The book outlines the representations of women as well as racial issues, additionally it contains theories. this book is a comprehensive source for theorists. race and gender aere both in looking at my study as it deals with black women and this book contains valuable info on black feminists.
3. Bryson, Valerie (1999): Feminist Debates. Hong Kong: Macmillan Press LTD.This book is based on feminist debates and theories in this day and age. It mentions issues such as women in western societies, the changing structure of the family, male violence against women, the political representation of women, the way society challenges gender inequalities, the start of feminism etc.
4.Tooley James (2002): The Miseducation of Women. York Road, London: Continium.this book focuses on the socialisation of women and men through the education system.
5.Gauntlet David 2002:Media, Gender and Identity, An Introduction USA. this a source of theorists on feminism. this book explores past history and present day trends that represent woman.
6.Hip Hop Hearings: Women On Misogyny
Author: Davey D. this book is highly controversial as it not only talks about why and how the negative representation of black women is created, by who creates this and who benefits from this steroetype. an interesting read indeed. ........[...It is easy for me to understand why Black folk would be in an uproar over a White man referring to young Black women as “nappy headed hoes”....]
7.Ain't I A Woman: Black Women and Feminism (Paperback)by Bell Hooks (Author). "In a retrospective examination of the black female slave experience, sexism looms as large as racism as an oppressive force in the lives of black females..." this quote sums up the nature of the text as it talks of a group that i have searched after locating it in my media dictionary, the black feminists.
8.African American Feminisms 1828-1923 (History of Feminism) by Teresa Zackodnik. this text draws on the different aspects of african feminism movement over the history of african american feminism. this text highlights strongly on the opressive forces of the past and how they overcome this opression. this is interesting, as it will act as a contrast for the self degrading representation of women.
9.Home Girls: A Black Feminist Anthology by Barbara Smith. An anthology of writings by black and lesbian activists. First published in 1983, this edition benefits from an updated list of contributor biographies, and a new preface that provides an assessment of how black women's lives have changed - or not - since the book was first published.
10.Misogyny: The World's Oldest Prejudice by Jack Holland.
The World's Oldest Prejudice is an important and timely book. While some may find its central tenets to be controversial, it was written out of a sincere desire to address the immense suffering of women worldwide, throughout time.
Wednesday, 7 November 2007
Blog Buddy..Jagi and karandeep
Jagi's study explores the representation of black youths in the media. as well all know, the hip hop industry is vastly occupied and dominated by young black rap artists and therefore they are being represented in the hip hop industry. furthermore, the women i am exploring in my study are prodominantly black and therefore links between racism and degredation can be made. this is why jagi's study is useful.
from the other class, i have chosen karandeep to be my blog buddy. this is because his study is in direct relation to mine. karandeep is exploring a more sociological topic to do with the changing roles of women in the media. this is important to my study as i am exploring how women in hip hop seemed to be moving in the opposing direction, against the general attitude of female equality.
from the other class, i have chosen karandeep to be my blog buddy. this is because his study is in direct relation to mine. karandeep is exploring a more sociological topic to do with the changing roles of women in the media. this is important to my study as i am exploring how women in hip hop seemed to be moving in the opposing direction, against the general attitude of female equality.
evaluations
Self-evaluation
Attainment- 1- I believe the standard of my contribution and work produced is still very good.
Effort- 3- I believe that 3 are generous on some levels, as I have let myself down with slacking this half term.
Punctuality- 1- I am always on time to my lessons.
Submission and Quality of Blog- 4- the dates above my posts and standard compared to Chintan’s blog speaks for itself… not the greatest of my achievements.
Ability to work independently- 3- it would be unjustified to say I know I can work on my own.
Quality of writing- 1- I believe that my writing technique has been upheld.
Oral contribution in class- 1- my contribution is arguably one of the most enthusiastic voices.
Standard of blogs- 4- although I am catching up slowly, my blogs have been generally poor.
Course evaluation
The course organisation has been excellent, however, way too much time has been allowed for summer research project presentations.
The content covered is always very relevant to our course work and exam.
The handouts have enriched my media experience thoroughly as I utilise them regularly, especially the media dictionary, very useful resource!!!!
The teachers have been excellent…(not sucking up)…both Mrs Stevens and Mr Bush have been definite in their content and have provided a useful source of information for the development of my work.
The course has met my expectations; the content is interesting and is very different to other subject’s layout, which helps me stay satisfied.
The trips have been very useful. The texts covered may be relevant in the exam as wider reading. They have also been very fun. As well as this, the media awards gave me a great sense of achievement, as my groups hard work was recognised and we were also mentioned in the local newspapers.
The blog is useful as I am able to access it with relative ease
Attainment- 1- I believe the standard of my contribution and work produced is still very good.
Effort- 3- I believe that 3 are generous on some levels, as I have let myself down with slacking this half term.
Punctuality- 1- I am always on time to my lessons.
Submission and Quality of Blog- 4- the dates above my posts and standard compared to Chintan’s blog speaks for itself… not the greatest of my achievements.
Ability to work independently- 3- it would be unjustified to say I know I can work on my own.
Quality of writing- 1- I believe that my writing technique has been upheld.
Oral contribution in class- 1- my contribution is arguably one of the most enthusiastic voices.
Standard of blogs- 4- although I am catching up slowly, my blogs have been generally poor.
Course evaluation
The course organisation has been excellent, however, way too much time has been allowed for summer research project presentations.
The content covered is always very relevant to our course work and exam.
The handouts have enriched my media experience thoroughly as I utilise them regularly, especially the media dictionary, very useful resource!!!!
The teachers have been excellent…(not sucking up)…both Mrs Stevens and Mr Bush have been definite in their content and have provided a useful source of information for the development of my work.
The course has met my expectations; the content is interesting and is very different to other subject’s layout, which helps me stay satisfied.
The trips have been very useful. The texts covered may be relevant in the exam as wider reading. They have also been very fun. As well as this, the media awards gave me a great sense of achievement, as my groups hard work was recognised and we were also mentioned in the local newspapers.
The blog is useful as I am able to access it with relative ease
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