Gender Studies Syllabus

Gender Studies Course

Course Title	[COURSE TITLE]
Course Code	[COURSE CODE]
Instructor Name	[YOUR NAME]
Email	[YOUR EMAIL]
Office Hours	[OFFICE HOURS]

1. Course Description

The course explores the study of gender dynamics as they intersect with various aspects of society, culture, history, and politics. This exploration entails scrutinizing the social construction of gender, its implications, influence, and interaction with other societal elements.

2. Instructor Information

Instructor: [YOUR NAME]

Contact Info: [YOUR EMAIL]

Organization: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

3. Learning Objectives

Analyze the social construction of gender.
Examine the intersections between gender and other social categories.
Understand and apply gender theory to modern societal issues.
Critically evaluate cultural, societal, and historical influences on gender construction.
Discuss the impact of gender dynamics on politics and policy making.

4. Course Format:

Lectures: Provide foundational knowledge and encourage active participation.
Discussions: Foster critical engagement and explore diverse viewpoints.
Guest Presentations: Feature experts to connect theory with real-world experiences.
Audiovisual Materials: Complement learning with documentaries and films.
Group Activities: Promote collaboration and deepen understanding.
Online Resources: Offer supplementary materials for flexible learning.
Office Hours: Provide personalized support and feedback.

5. Course Schedule

Week	Topic	Reading Assignments
1-2	Introduction to Gender Studies	Chapter 1: The Basics of Gender Studies Butler, J. (1990). Gender Trouble De Beauvoir, S. (1949). The Second Sex
3	The Social Construction of Gender	Lorber, J. (1994). Paradoxes of Gender Fausto-Sterling, A. (2000). Sexing the Body
4	Feminist Theory and Intersectionality	Collins, P. H. (2000). Black Feminist Thought Crenshaw, K. (1989). Demarginalizing the Intersection
5	Masculinities and Gender Performance	Connell, R. W. (1995). Masculinities Kimmel, M. (2017). Angry White Men
6	LGBTQ+ Studies: Beyond Binaries	Serano, J. (2007). Whipping Girl Halberstam, J. (2011). Gaga Feminism
7	Gender, Race, and Colonialism	Mohanty, C. T. (2003). Under Western Eyes Smith, A. (2016). Indigenous Women and Feminism

6. Required Reading and Materials

The Basics of Gender Studies, Author XYZ
Gender and Society, Author ABC
History of Gender, Author DEF
Politics and Gender, Author MNO
The Dialectics of Sex, Author PQR

7. Assignments and Assessments

A semiotic analysis of a media text based on gender representation
A literature review on the intersection of gender and racial inequality
for Gender and its impact on policy making
A group presentation on Gender and society
An essay on gender implications in global politics

8. Course Policy

Attendance is mandatory and warrants active participation in all class activities.
All assigned work must be completed on time. Late submissions of work will not be accepted unless under exceptional circumstances discussed with the instructor beforehand.
Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. If found guilty, it may result in a failing grade, or more severe academic penalties.
Students are expected to maintain respectful and professional behavior throughout the course.
Any form of harassment or discrimination will not be tolerated and could lead to severe penalties.

9. Grading Policy

Category	Percentage
Participation and Attendance	10%
Assignments	40%
Group presentation	20%
Final essay	30%

10. Disclaimer

The syllabus that you are presented with serves as a guide outline for the duration of this course. However, it is important to note that contingencies may arise necessitating changes to this initial syllabus. In such cases, be assured that you will be informed in advance before any alterations are made.