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Academic Year 2005/2006

The Psychology of Women
PSYC 270 FA
Crosslistings:
WMST 229

This course reviews the constellation of psychological theories about women. Topics to be covered include personality, development, physiology, intellect, achievement and social rules. Studies of gender are reviewed and assessed with consideration of the impact of history, politics, culture and research practices. The forms and possibilities of feminist science are explored.

MAJOR READINGS

Two primary texts and supplemental readings. (Assignments may be subject to further revision).

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Two exams, short papers, research paper.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

This is a core course in the study area of Women's Studies, and a breadth requirement course.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS PSYC    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: PSYC101 OR PSYC105 OR FGSS101 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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