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The model of masculinity has changed a great deal over the last several decades. The idea of what a man should be has become less focused on physical strength and bravery and more on sensitivity and openness. The feminist movement coupled with changes in economy from industrial to the service sector has caused shifts in the ideas of manhood. The man's role in the home has become more pronounced as well as an increased importance on the emotional inner workings of the male psyche. 

http://www.fathom.com/course/21701720/index.html

Rethinking Masculinity: Men and Their Bodies

In this seminar, Rosalind Gill, a lecturer at the London School of Economic and Political Science, explores different trends in masculinity over recent years, analyzing each. She approaches theses trends through the scope of media and changing images of masculinity in pop culture.

The Evolving Man

This article uses as a jumping off point the idea that masculinity is not hard-wired. Manhood is a cultural, and therefore historical process. The article explores this historical process and the factors and causes that have caused these changes.

http://www.newint.org/issue175/evolving.htm

Page Sources

1. "Evolution of Men." Cartoon. Design Verb. Web. 27 Apr. 2010. <http://www.designverb.com/wp-content/images/2009/06/evolution-of-men.jpg>.
2. Gill, Rosalind. "Rethinking Masculinity: Men and Their Bodies." Lecture. The London School of Economics and Political Science. Web. 27 Apr. 2010. <http://www.fathom.com/course/21701720/index.html>.
3. Connell, Bob, Norm Radican, and Pip Martin. "The Evolving Man." New Internationalist Sept. 1987. Web. <http://www.newint.org/issue175/evolving.htm>.