Bring on the Female Superheroes
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the concerning lack of female superhero merchandise in this passionate TED talk by media studies scholar Christopher Bell. Discover how the scarcity of female superhero products impacts children's perceptions of the world and gender roles. Examine the implications of this marketing trend on teaching kids about diversity and representation. Learn about Bell's personal experience as a father of a Star Wars-enthusiast daughter and how it shaped his perspective on this issue. Gain insights into the broader societal implications of underrepresenting female superheroes in toys and products marketed to children.
Syllabus
Bring on the female superheroes! | Christopher Bell
Taught by
TED
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