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Purpose
This discussion introduces you to the complexity of human sexual biology
Purpose
This discussion introduces you to the complexity of human sexual biology and the implications of trying to reduce this complexity into two, clearly distinct categories, in a very real and impactful setting: professional sports. The goal of this activity is to get you thinking about the world like an anthropologist
Task
Before you delve into the material of this lesson, watch video below and then read the article.
Read:
North, Anna. 2019. “‘I Am a Woman and I Am Fast’: What Caster Semenya’s Story Says about Gender and Race in Sports.” Vox. May 3, 2019.
https://www.vox.com/identities/2019/5/3/18526723/caster-semenya-800-gender-race-intersex-athletes
Then post a response answering at least one the following questions:
What do you think about the argument that athletic ability can be reduced to a hormone? How do female athletes get selected for testing and what do you think about the criteria for selection? Are hormones different than other physical differences that may confer an advantage in sport? Why or why not?
What do you think about the IAAF’s position of “necessary” discrimination and the proposed “cure” that Semenya take medication that lowers testosterone?
What aspects of Caster Semenya’s identity seem to be intersecting in the controversy surrounding her?
Then, read and comment on two other student’s posts before the deadline.
Assessment
10-8 points: Posting includes all required elements. Thoughtfully engages with and makes specific reference to readings or lecture material.
7 points: Posting includes some required elements. Refers to readings or lecture material but does not engage thoughtfully.
6 points: Posting does not include most require elements. Does not engage with the themes of the module or is poorly conceived.
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