Gender and Journalism introduces students to how one facet of our humanity—gender—has a tremendous effect on the people working in journalism; the subjects and framing of the stories they tell; and ultimately the people who consume those stories.
This engaging textbook provides a history of gender equality struggles alongside the development of news media in the United States. It provides foundational concepts, theories, and methods through which students can explore the role gender has played in news media. Promoting media literacy, the book empowers students to look at the many factors that influence stories and to become more critical media consumers and creators themselves.
While the book centers on women’s experiences in the United States, it also considers the political, economic, and cultural aspects of gender and journalism globally. It addresses experiences of LGBTQ and non-white individuals to give an intersectional context to the ramifications of gender. Students learn important concepts such as hegemonic masculinity, colorblind racism, infantilization, and the double binds and explore issues related to gender in photojournalism, sports journalism, and broadcasting.
Designed to humanize media institutions, the book highlights the lives of influential writers, journalists, activists, and media producers. Every chapter includes profiles of key journalists and activists and primary source excerpts, as well as reflection and media critique chapter-ending questions. Highlighted keywords in each chapter culminate in a comprehensive glossary. Instructor materials include suggested activities and sample quizzes.
Content Features:
Discussion of communication and media studies terms and theory
Introduction to gender studies terms and theory
Discussion of civil rights and race issues as they intersect with gender and journalism
History of first- and second-wave feminism
LGBTQ+ examples and history of gay rights
Dedicated chapter on masculinity
In-Text Features:
Journalist and activist profile boxes
Primary source excerpt boxes
End-of-Chapter reflection and media critique questions
Chapter keywords and cumulative glossary
Instructor Resources:
Online News Guidance
Multimedia Resources
In-Class Activities
Clip Flip Exercise
Chapter Quiz Questions
Sample Syllabus