Page 1Gender Differences Page 2Program Objectives + To improve communication between members of the opposite sex. Page 3A Challenge Please write a one sentence definition of Gender Communication (and a few of the challenges you have experienced). Page 4Definition (1 of 2) l Sexual identity, especially in relation to society or culture. l The condition of being female or male; sex. l Females or males considered as a group: expressions used by one gender. Page 5Definition (2 of 2) Gender refers to the social relationship/ roles and responsibilities of men and women, the expectations held about the characteristics, aptitudes and likely behaviours of both women and men (femininity and masculinity) that are learned, change over time and vary within and between cultures. Page 6General Differences (1 of 2) Women Value: Communication Connection Relationships Page 7General Differences (2 of 2) Men Value: Independence Power Accomplishments Page 8The Gender World View Womans Social World A Network of Cooperation Mens Social World A Hierarchy of Power Page 9Gender Differences (1 of 2) Report vs. Rapport Men are externally focused and often view situations as issues to be resolved. They talk to inform others. Page 10Gender Differences (2 of 2) Report vs. Rapport Women are internally focused and often talk as a way to connect and relate to others. Page 11Four Parts (A Recap) (1 of 2) 1.Problem Solving Ventilating vs. Curing 2.Communicating Needs And Desires Hinting vs. Telling Page 12Four Parts (A Recap) (2 of 2) 3.Understanding a Situation & Relating Gossip vs. Privacy 4.General Approach To Situations (Competition vs. Cooperation)