新视野大学英语（第三版）读写教程Unit 6-Section B-What does feminism really mean.pptx

4Gender equality6UNITWhat does feminism really mean?Section B ObjectivesTo master the reading skillTo understand the textTo practice the phrases and patternsTo learn about speech writingB What does feminism really mean?SectionContents Warming-up Reading Skills Text Study Comparative Study Unit ProjectB What does feminism really mean?Section Warming-upLead-inBackground Information1. Why are women choosing not to identify as feminists?Tips2. What’s the definition of feminism, and what’s the idea and the ambition behind the word?TipsVideo WatchingBackTips Feminist has become an uncomfortable word, because feminists are the ranked women whose expressions are seen as too strong, too aggressive, isolating and anti-men, unattractive even.1. Why are women choosing not to identify as feminists?2. What’s the definition of feminism, and what’s the idea and the ambition behind the word?Tips Feminism is the belief that men and women should have equal rights and opportunities. It’s the theory of the political, economic and social equality of sexes. Gender equality should be considered as human rights.1. FeminismTips2 . the PilgrimsTips1. FeminismTips The term “feminism” refers to movements and ideologies that are aimed at promoting equal rights and equal opportunities for women. A person who advocates or supports the rights and equality of women is referred to as a “feminist”. Feminists advocate women’s rights in various fields such as contract law, property, and voting, in addition to promoting physical integrity, autonomy, and reproductive rights.To be continued1. FeminismTips They have brought great changes to societies. Women today in many countries have won the rights to vote, to earn equal pay, to decide whether to have children, and to own property. Feminist activists also work to protect women and girls from all forms of domestic violence, sexual harassment, and sexual assault. In addition, they strive for workplace rights and fight against discrimination against women