Mind Map on Gender Specific Language by KYLA DENISE T. ROXAS https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp BOCALAN, Lyleraine ROXAS, Kyla Denise TAN, Eunice en-us 2022-11-10 11:38:28 UTC 2026-03-16 19:25:01 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4ac.png Sexism kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378579176 Sexism causes gender discrimination in the society which includes our language. In fact, the words "man" and "woman" and their derivatives appear to be a major source of the issue.]]> 2022-11-10 13:10:21 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378579176 Gender Discrimination & Issues in Employment kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378584979 Many professions were viewed as "men's work" until recent times; those with lesser value were regarded as "women's work."]]> 2022-11-10 13:14:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378584979 GENDER SPECIFIC LANGUAGE kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378598862  Language that is biased towards a certain sex or social gender can be described as gender-specific language.]]> 2022-11-10 13:22:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378598862 Instance #1 kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378605536 According to The Writing Center of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the most often used gendered nouns in English are the word "man" and words that finish in "-man."]]> 2022-11-10 13:26:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378605536 Instance #2 kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378606601 As we all know, no matter if a guy is single or married, "Mr." can be used to refer to any male. However, "Miss" and "Mrs." define women depending on whether they are married, which meant characterizing them according to their relationships with men.]]> 2022-11-10 13:27:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378606601 Strategy #1: REPHRASING kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378615359 Rephrase to not specify any gender and give all necessary information needed]]> 2022-11-10 13:32:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378615359 Strategy #2: USING NOTES kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378617025 Use notes to denote male references also equate to its female counter parts]]> 2022-11-10 13:33:21 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378617025 Strategy #3: SUBSTITUTING WORDS/CREATING NEW WORDS kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378618077 Use both pronouns, for example: "he/she" or (s)he]]> 2022-11-10 13:33:56 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378618077 Non-Sexist Language/Non-Gender-Specific Terms kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378636409 These are the terms or phrases that can be used in place of gender-specific language in a variety of literary works. As an example, the pronoun "they" is frequently used in place of "he" and "she" to avoid gender bias in both professional and non-professional publications.]]> 2022-11-10 13:45:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378636409 References kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378673353 ‌- Ingre, D., & Basil, R. (2016). Engineering Communication: A Practical Guide to Workplace Communications for Engineers (2nd ed.). Cengage Learning US. https://bookshelf.vitalsource.com/books/9781305887183
- Save the Children. (2020). Gender Discrimination Causes Inequality Between Girls and Boys Around the World. Save the Children. https://www.savethechildren.org/us/charity-stories/how-gender-discrimination-impacts-boys-and-girl
- Selemin, J. (2022, June 30). What Are Gender Roles and Stereotypes? WebMD; WebMD. https://www.webmd.com/sex-relationships/what-are-gender-roles-and-stereotypes
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. (2022, July 27). Gender-Inclusive Language. The Writing Center • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. https://writingcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/gender-inclusive-language/
]]> 2022-11-10 14:06:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378673353 use BUSINESSPERSON kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378688413 in place of businessman or businesswoman]]> 2022-11-10 14:14:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378688413 use PEOPLE OF CONGRESS kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378688747 in place of congressmen or congresswomen]]> 2022-11-10 14:14:36 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378688747 use PARENT kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378690920 in place of mother or father]]> 2022-11-10 14:15:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378690920 use SIGNIFICANT OTHER/PARTNER kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378694503 in place of husband/boyfriend or wife/girlfriend]]> 2022-11-10 14:17:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378694503 use SALESPERSON kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378696757 in place of salesman or saleswoman]]> 2022-11-10 14:19:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378696757 Using Gender Neutral Pronouns 'They/Them' kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378743744 2022-11-10 14:44:30 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2378743744 What does it mean to use gender-specific language? kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379621024 Gender-specific language is controversial because some believe it promotes discrimination against people who don't identify as either male or female. Others think it's necessary to ensure clarity in writing, for example, when referencing people who are transgender or nonbinary or who have not yet decided on their preferred pronouns.]]> 2022-11-11 02:57:27 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379621024 How does gender-specific language influence our culture? kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379622147 Gender-specific language can significantly impact our culture because it reinforces the idea that there are only two genders. This is not true, and not only does it hurt those who identify outside of the gender binary, but it also hurts people who don't fit into their assigned gender roles. Using gender-specific language can perpetuate harmful stereotypes about men and women, leading to discrimination against those who don't conform to these stereotypes.]]> 2022-11-11 02:58:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379622147 Gender-fair language reduces gender stereotyping and discrimination kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379635247 2022-11-11 03:08:40 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379635247 Gender Discrimination kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379652792 Any exclusion or limitation based on gender that prevents girls, boys, women, and/or men from understanding, appreciating, or exercising their full and equal human rights is considered gender discrimination.]]> 2022-11-11 03:25:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379652792 Gender Inequality kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379653218 Any exclusion or limitation based on gender that prevents girls, boys, women, and/or men from understanding, appreciating, or exercising their full and equal human rights is considered gender discrimination.]]> 2022-11-11 03:25:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379653218 Causes of Gender Inequality kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379654695 Gender prejudice, which starts in childhood, leads to discrimination against women, which in turn causes gender inequality. Girls and boys experience differential gender norms and societal standards surrounding demands, access to information, and privileges from the moment of their birth, with lifelong repercussions in their families, schools, and societies.]]> 2022-11-11 03:26:59 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379654695 Effects of Gender Inequality kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379656166 Gender inequality endures despite global development. Too many girls still experience gender discrimination in the workplace, child marriage and pregnancy, sexual assault, and unpaid domestic work, especially those from the poorest families.

Everywhere in the world, across all echelons of society and economic class, gender-based violence occurs. While both boys and girls suffer unfavorable effects, girls are more vulnerable. Moreover, around the world, 152 million children are currently working. Children who work find it difficult or impossible to attend school, which puts them at danger of going behind their peers. Child labor affects boys and girls unevenly, and parents' choices are frequently impacted by broader social conventions about the many roles that they should perform in the family and in society.]]> 2022-11-11 03:28:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379656166 Gender Roles kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379664864 Gender roles are assumptions about the attitudes, qualities, and behaviors that apply to men and women based on their gender. A set of beliefs about a certain gender's place in society are alluded to as gender stereotypes. These traits are then applied to every member of that gender, frequently harming and upsetting the individual. Gender roles reinforce inequality and have a significant negative impact on minorities who might not be able to challenge these prejudices.]]> 2022-11-11 03:37:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379664864 kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379667102 The idea that women should do the cooking is one of the most pervasive and damaging misconceptions. For instance, women are expected to prepare meals for men when they return from work while men are supposed to leave the house to work.]]> 2022-11-11 03:39:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379667102 kdtroxas https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379669179 Men are frequently expected to work in demanding and public positions, whilst women are perceived as better suited to caring positions. Men would be expected to be pilots or doctors, while women might be expected to be nurses or teachers, for instance.]]> 2022-11-11 03:41:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kdtroxas/7ji1aydmdxt3bltp/wish/2379669179