Definitions

  • Positive and negative stereotypes = A positive stereotype is a favorable belief or trait held about a social group or individual. A negative stereotype is negative traits and characteristics that are associated with a social group or individual.
  • Counter-types = A counter-type is a positive stereotype.
  • Misrepresentation = when somethings represented wrongly.
  • Selective representation = Is representing something in a particular way including certain elements.
  • Dominant ideology = the main/dominate system of ideas and ideals.
  • Constructed reality = a reality that is created
  • Hegemony = Dominance or leadership by one social group over another.
  • Audience positioning = the way in which the audience is positioned to understand the text and its meanings.
  • Fluidity of identity = shows the ability to and changeability of identity
  • Constructed identity = The creation and development of an identity.
  • Negotiated identity = an identity that is discussed and agreed upon.
  • Collective identity = individuals who share a sense of being in a group due to similar characteristics and identities

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