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Sep 28, 2024
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DIVST 115 - The Sociology of Gender:CD
5.0 Credits
Study of how gender shapes the experiences of men and women in our social institutions, such as family, work, media, and education. Consideration of how gendered experiences differ by race, ethnicity, and social class. Focus on the U.S. in global context. Prerequisite: Eligiblity for ENGL 100. Dual Listed as SOC 115
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Be able to apply micro and macro level theories (including symbolic interaction, labeling theory, conflict theory, structural functionalism) to gender roles. [REASON]
- Acquire a basic knowledge of current empirical research findings regarding gender roles. [REASON]
- Better understand basic societal structures and processes.[REASON]
- Analyze the construction of gender roles in their own lives.[REASON]
- Gain proficiency and confidence in their ability to sociologically analyze (through writing) social phenomena. [COMMUNICATE]
- Gain knowledge of the range of cross-cultural variations in gender roles. [EXPLORE]
- See how gender, race and class are integrated social forces. [EXPLORE]
- Identify and articulate their personal values relevant to gender roles. [ACT]
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