Narratives of Aging: Gender, Literature, and Representation

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Focusing on narratives of aging in literature and media, this exam evaluates how gender shapes societal perceptions of aging. It highlights the significance of representation in discussions about aging populations.

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Exam Details

Duration: 50 minutes

Prerequisites: Literature and Society, Gender Studies Methodologies

Key Topics

  • Literary Analysis
  • Media Representation
  • Aging Narratives
  • Gendered Perspectives
  • Cultural Attitudes

Learning Outcomes

  • Critically Analyze Texts
  • Discuss Representational Issues
  • Evaluate Cultural Attitudes

Full Description

This exam analyzes the narratives related to aging and gender as represented in literature and media. Candidates will discuss how these narratives reflect societal perceptions and contribute to understanding the aging experience.

Literary and media representations play a vital role in shaping public perceptions of aging individuals, particularly through a gendered lens. Understanding how narratives are constructed can lead to insights about cultural attitudes and biases against aging populations.

The assessment will test students' ability to critically engage with texts and media that illustrate the experiences of aging individuals. They will need to analyze representations and their implications for societal norms regarding gendered aging.

Candidates are encouraged to bring examples from multiple forms of literature and media to support their analysis, emphasizing the importance of narrative in shaping understandings of aging.

Sample Questions

  • How do literary representations of aging vary by gender?
  • What impact do media narratives have on societal perceptions of aging individuals?

Field: Humanities

Subfield: Gender Studies

Specialization: Aging and Gender Studies

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