Fatherhood, Paternity Leave, and Facebook

Read the following articles (click on titles for articles)Fatherhood, Paternity Leave, and Facebook –Sociology in Focus , Why Mark Zuckerberg’s Paternity Leave Is Important for All , How America’s Lack of Paid Maternity Leave Worsens Inequality , and 5 Fun Facts About Today’s Single Fathers
Next, students will respond to the following questions:
Thinking about the following article; “Why Mark Zuckerberg’s Paternity Leave is Beneficial for All, analyze paternity leave from the perspective of Functionalism. (a) What are three functions of paternity leave for families according to the article? (b) What are other functions you can think of? (c) What are some dysfunctions you can think of?
Although we are seeing some progress with paternity leave, maternity leave is still a major concern in the United States. Using the following article; “How America’s Lack of Paid Maternity Leave Worsens Inequality (a) What are the three points made in the article that align with conflict theory?
According to the article, “5 Facts About Today’s Fathers”, (a) In addition to new policies for paternity leave, what are some other changes in fatherhood in the United States? (b) Do you know any fathers who reflect these changes?
Lastly, find a classmate whose response to the article “Why Mark Zuckberg’s Paternity Leave is Important for All” about functions or dysfunctions for paternity leave differ from the functions or dysfunctions you indicated in your initial post. When commenting about the differences do not just say I agree or disagree, explain why you chose the functions or dysfunctions you did and how they differ from your classmates. Also, think about why