DEFINITIOns

  • Positive/negative stereotypes:
    • Positive stereotypes are things that present a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea. Negative stereotypes are things which present a bad image or bad message about whatever the subject is.
  • Counter types:
    • A counter type is similar to a positive stereotype, meaning it is an assumptions or a group of people which shows a positive trait. A counter type could be that all Indian people have to study to be a doctor.
  • Misrepresentation:
    • Misrepresentation is when you present something and people misinterpret the message you’re trying to send to your viewers.

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