ANTH 4766 - G Sex and Gender

Institution:

University of New Orleans

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Description:

Inquires into the anthropology of sex and gender in historical, evolutionary, critical, and cross-cultural perspective. The course considers anthropological theories of sex and gender in the context of social, political, economic, and biological systems. Drawing on feminist anthropological theory, the significance and meanings of diversities between cultures and within American society is examined. Topics include: the nature/nurture debate; stereotyping; sex and gender roles, erotica, sexuality; homosexuality; gender origins and social change; status and power relationships.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uno.edu

Phone Number:

(504) 280-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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