Select one of the discussion prompts below and respond to it with an initial post by Day #4 of the unit week. Your initial post needs to thoroughly address all parts of the selected prompt and be supported by at least one scholarly source. Then, respond to at least two threads on two additional days to drive the weekly discussions. All posts must demonstrate critical thinking and effective written communication including proper spelling, grammar, professional language, and APA formatting of references and in-text citations. All posts must also be submitted no later than the last day of the unit week.
Discussion Prompts
Prompt #1
Discuss the spectrum model of sex, gender identity, and gender expression. What advantages does the spectrum model offer over binary models of sex, gender identity, and gender expression?
(USLO 4.1)
Prompt #2
Discuss sexism, intersexism, cisgenderism, and transphobia and explain at least one way that each of these concepts leads to the oppression of women, intersex individuals, and transgender persons.
(USLO 4.2)
Prompt #3
Develop and present a strategic plan for how one should comport themselves and their behavior to strengthen their allyship in relation to gender and intersex identities.
(USLO 4.3)
Prompt #4
Discuss the spectrum model of sexual identity. What advantages does the spectrum model offer over binary models of sexual identity?
(USLO 4.4)
Prompt #5
Discuss homophobia, heterosexism, and heteronormativity and explain at least one way that each of these concepts leads to the oppression of members of the LGBTQIA community.
(USLO 4.5)
Prompt #6
Develop and present a strategic plan for how one should comport themselves and their behavior to strengthen their allyship in relation to members of the LGBTQIA community.