SOC 415 - Women: Global Perspectives

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

SOCIOLOGY

Description:

What roles and functions do women have in the global arena? Although not a minority, women are still, for the most part, disempowered. The course will explore the position of women-globally-from historical, socio-political, psychological, PRE: ENGL 250 or 251 Course Objectives Upon successful completion, students will: 1) Identify the specific challenges that women face globally. 2) Summarize the causes of gender discrimination. 3) Understand the interaction between men and their role in the society and women's role. 4) Trace the differences, changes in the status and treatment of women across nations and history. 5) Recognize general patterns that enable misogyny and discuss ways to counter it.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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