SOCY 208 - Sociology of Gender

(BSSD, GEEL, GCP)

Examines the social production and reproduction of gender relations in social institutions such as family, education, law, work, and media using comparisons with other cultures. The intersectionality of gender, race, social class, and global inequality will be critically analyzed. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101/ENGL 011. Three hours each week.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Explain how the two-gender system of men and women and the heterosexual norm are socially constructed rather than universal.
Demonstrate knowledge of the intersection of gender, race, and social class.
Identify gender ideology in social institutions including science.
Examine the process of gender socialization in social institutions, including family, religion, law, education, and media by using comparisons among different cultures and societies.
Analyze social changes in gender relations.

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