Wednesday, 24 October 2018

OUGD601 - Tutor feedback

After discussing the ideas of the essay and the practical outcome during tutorials, several stages of the investigation could be established. By dividing a timetable plan of the essay, it would be a more efficient way to search for certain elements to include in the essay. This includes looking into different theories of masculinity and the views opposing or supporting the theorists. By doing this, each theory can be validated in terms of its legitimacy. The discussion also led to ideas of innovative approaches and systematic approaches when researching each topic in the essay. This will help to structure the sections of the argument and make it easier to back up certain claims.

Discussion/Reading material 


  • how do people talk about masculinity and gender?
  • is there more of a focus on body image or gender?
  • find more theories of masculinity, including hegemonic masculinity.
  • R. W. Connell
  • Tim Carrigan - A new sociology of masculinity
  • Gender: A power of the person
  • Gilbert Herdt - Guardians of the flutes (1981)
  • Idioms of the past and their relation with today
  • The role class plays in this
  • Michael Messner - Power at Play (1992)
  • In a fitness environment, who is the competitor? 

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