Women's Studies M 131SL - Gender and Sustainability:Local-Global Connections

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University of California-Los Angeles

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Description:

Lecture, three hours; service learning, two hours. Introduction to gender and development (GAD) theories, analytical approaches, and applied case studies in context of local-global sustainability and environmental issues, with focus on knowledge, roles, relationships, needs, practices, and strategies of women vis-à-vis men. Investigation of gender and sustainability dimensions of food system, including agri-business, community-supported agriculture, farmers' markets and cooperatives, fair trade and certification, genetically engineered foods, food supplements, food safety, and nutrition, permaculture, and related student- advocated issues. Integration of variety of student- centered learning modes. Volunteering with community/community service organization required. P/NP or letter grading.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ucla.edu/

Phone Number:

(310) 825-4321

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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