Module Five Milestone

Part One

Apply the foundational concepts of gender schema theory to address each of the following rubric criteria in 2 to 3 sentences:

Describe how gender schema theory explains the ways in which you process information about masculinity and femininity within your culture.

Describe the potential socio-psychological advantages of possessing a unique combination of masculine and feminine personality traits.

Describe how the deconstruction of traditional gender roles supports efforts toward achieving gender equality (e.g., pay equity, political representation, organizational leadership).

Describe the strengths and limitations of gender schema theory as it applies to the promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusivity.

Part Two

Apply the foundational concepts of social role theory to address each of the following rubric criteria in 2 to 3 sentences:

Describe how social role theory explains the ways in which cultural norms reinforce the biological foundations of social roles.

Describe the influence of social role expectations within the various levels of your social ecosystem.

Describe the ways in which your social, cultural, or spiritual attitudes might reinforce social role stereotypes.

Describe the strengths and limitations of social role theory as it applies to the promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusivity.