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Dec 26, 2024
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SOC 160 - Introduction to Women’s Studies
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Description
This course provides an overview of the field of Women’s Studies to include historical to current work in: research, socialization, education, work, families, diversity and differences, language, culture, politics, laws, religion, and medical/biological issues.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Define the major areas of Women’s Studies.
- Discuss ethical, legal, medical/biological and religious issues in women’s lives.
- Define parameters differentiating males and females in socialization, politics, culture and language.
- List and define the characteristics of good work/career settings for women and families.
- Discuss educational opportunities and learning styles useful for women.
- Discuss legal mandates that promote/hinder women’s development.
- Describe the requirements for research in Women’s Studies.
- Define diversity and differences regarding women and men’s language usage.
Listed Topics
- Major areas of Women’s Studies
- Diversity: racial, ethnic, religious, language, gender, physical and mental challenges
- Learning and educational opportunities
- Characteristics used to evaluate men and women for various careers
- Family options for men and women
- Legal support and challenges
- Socialization differences for boys and girls, women and men
- Research methods in women’s studies
- Medical and biological issues
Reference Materials
Currently recognized texts, videos, internet resources, handouts, class project, library resources.
Approved By: Johnson, Alex Date Approved: 5/18/2009
Last Reviewed: 1/26/2023
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