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Step 9 Discussion

Step 9 Discussion

Q Step 9: Read and Post Discussion Board #1 (Discussion Board) Step 9: Read and Post Discussion Board #1 (Discussion Board) Directions: Review explanation video (4 min)Links to an external site. Read the texts: Page 537 “An Introduction: At the Root of Identity” Links to an external site. Page 509 “Little Girls or Little Women”Links to an external site. “Gender, Race, and Media Representation” Book ChapterLinks to an external site. Create two original, insightful discussion questions based on readings and corresponding topics. They should not be reading comprehension level questions. Post them to the Discussion Board Reply to at least 2 classmates’ questions

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I have maintained the notion that media and accessibility have affected girls self-image even before reading this passage. From their conception, media outlets like movies and magazines have portrayed the ideal woman’s look and figure and have played a major part in developing pop-culture and fashion “fads”. In recent years, with the development of social media, the accessibility to the success and looks of others has been multiplied. Gone are the days of the “prettiest girl in town” when after a few keystrokes on Instagram, the prettiest girl from every town in the world is available to view and for young girls to make comparisons to.