The concepts about gender relations will be learnt. The historical movements and feminist perspectives about gender relations will be explored. The course will provide understanding about globalization and its role towards changing gender relation in various societies around the world. Special emphasis shall be given to Muslim and Pakistani societies. Specific areas of gender discrimination (both for men and women) will also be learnt.
Learning outcomes:
- Student will be able to Identify and explain the ways in which gender shapes our everyday lives through the intersections of gender, race, class, sexuality, age, religion, culture, and nation.
- Critically analyze and evaluate major feminist and gender theories.
- Understand the historical and cultural diversity of gender constructs.
- Discuss the ways in which systems of power, privilege, and oppression shape our experiences as individuals and members of communities.
- Develop a critical vocabulary that includes key theoretical debates in historical and contemporary gender studies.
Course Material
- Total Lessons 16
- Department Sociology and Criminology
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Teacher
Zarqa Azhar
