HEC 121 - Gender Issues in Human Ecology

Institution:

Greenfield Community College

Subject:

Environmental Studies

Description:

Examination of pre-historical, historical, and present day roles of women and men in relation to their environment. Surveys how gender roles have affected survival in hunter gatherer and agrarian societies, earthcentered practices in religion and medicine, and the growth and influence of industrialism and nationalism. Particular attention will be given to understanding gender-linked relationships between population, poverty, and environmental degradation.The importance of new cooperative models for converting to an ecologically sustainable society explored utilizing case studies and role models. Prereq: Placement beyond or satisfactory completion of COL 090 and ENG 090

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gcc.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 775-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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