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Psychology of Gender: Cultural and Historical Perspectives
PSYC225 FA

Throughout history and across cultures, gender has a salient category in the organization of personal, social and political life. A variety of theories have been devised to explain gender and gender differences, including psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, social constructionist and materialist accounts. These theories are discussed and examined in terms of their power and usefulness in explaining gender in diverse historical and cultural contexts. Through theoretical readings and case studies, the course explores ways to investigate gender and evaluate gender theory and considers the relevance of this knowledge both to intellectual pursuits and social change.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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

Prerequisites: NONE

Last Updated on MAR-24-2000

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