A&S 333 - Sociology of Sex & Gender

Institution:

Albion College

Subject:

Anthropology & Sociology

Description:

Examines the social construction and social consequences of gender difference and gender inequality with a specific focus on the United States. Gender theory and research will be used to explore masculinity and femininity as identities, as behavioral expectations and as organizing features of social life. Covers belief systems; broad social institution such as family, employment, media, and health; experiences of sexualaity and violence; amd individual behavior such as personal styles and modes of interacting with others. Focus on how gender as an organizing feature of social life bene- fits some and is disadvantageous to others, paying special attention to how race, ethnicity, class and sexuality inter- sect with gender. Prerequisite: A&S 101 or 105.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.albion.edu

Phone Number:

(517) 629-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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