The Origin of Gender | Origin of Everything

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gender definition origin history culture man woman sex gender identity society Origin of Everything linguistics etymology history of language social constructs social identity biological sex self-reference self-referential terms gender fluidity
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English-Language Arts History-Social Science
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Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
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Classroom Teacher / Educator
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The Origin of Gender | Origin of Everything

Why do we think there are only two genders? Some cultures believe there are many more than two genders. And what’s the difference between sex and gender? Learn more in this episode from Origin of Everything.

About the Author: Niles Mattier is originally from Boston, MA and currently teaches 5th grade History. He created these support materials. Niles attended Syracuse University in New York majoring in History and Education Studies, and recently earned a Master of Education from Boston University.
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