Overview
Description
Critical examination of psychology and gender, using social, cognitive and biological perspectives; with analysis of these issues in contemporary literature.
Requirements
Prerequisites
- General Education courses (CO1-CO3) completed
- at least 3 courses from CO4-CO8 completed
- Junior or Senior standing
Original catalog text
Prerequisites
General Education courses (CO1-CO3) completed; at least 3 courses from CO4-CO8 completed; Junior or Senior standing.
Units
Lecture3
Catalog Details
Core
CO10, CO13
Related Courses
Cross Listed With PSY 467
Restrictions
Junior or Senior standing
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- apply, orally and in writing, the knowledge, perspectives, principles, and types of reasoning discussed in this course in the context of social science and cultural applications.
- discuss the current role(s) gender plays in Western culture.
- discuss differences in the functions of gender roles between Western and non-Western cultures.
- identify in what ways gender and gender roles influence individuals¿ behaviors/thoughts, including your own.
- demonstrate critical thinking skills through writing, oral presentations, and informal class discussion. Using foundational knowledge acquired in the course students will apply the information to current events - providing the opportunity to transfer knowledge across settings.
- articulate and apply theoretical/philosophical foundations for the scientific study of gender.