Second, to investigate the gendered self and the gendered psyche. To explore the manifestations of these differences in social institutions. To study the role of institutions such as legal, religion, education, health, media, and political, in maintaining and altering gendered practices and attitudes. Grading will be based on readings, measured by assignments, exams, presentations, and class attendance and participation. There will be three exams, two midterms and a final.
Students are responsible for the completion of all reading assignments, class lectures and films.
Exams will cover the assigned readings as well as additional materials that will be discussed in class. Final exam is accumulative.