HISTORY 116 - Women in History

Institution:

City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College

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Description:

Historical roots of the position of women in society; women in antiquity, biblical attitudes towards women, women in the medieval period, women in the Industrial Revolution, the feminist movement, and women in contemporary society; role of women in non-Western (African and Chinese) societies will be examined; emphasis on the relationship between the social position of women and historically existing social, economic, and ideological forces. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Placement Test, or English 100 with a grade of C or better, or Consent of Department Chairperson. 150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ccc.edu/colleges/washington/Pages/default.aspx

Phone Number:

(312) 553-5600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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