GNDR2061 — Gender in Global Perspective
GNDR 2061 - Gender in Global Perspective GNDR 2061 - Gender in Global Perspective Hours/Week: Lecture 3 Lab None Course Description: This course focuses on contemporary issues in a gendered world. It takes a global perspective, looking for interconnections between different regions and cultures. Students will use current theories of globalization and development to analyze cross-cultural social, economic, and political aspects of women’s and men’s lives and the multiple ways diverse groups take action to improve their condition. MnTC Goals 5 History/Social/Behavioral Science, 8 Global Perspective analyze alternative theories and explanations for gender inequality across cultures and regions. compare multiple solutions proposed by activists in a variety of cultures and regions. analyze the interdependence of the world’s women. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC): Goals and Competencies Competency Goals (MnTC Goals 1-6) 05. 02. Examine social institutions and processes across a range of historical periods and cultures. 05. 03. Use and critique alternative explanatory systems or theories. 05. 04. Develop and communicate alternative explanations or solutions for contemporary social issues. Theme Goals (MnTC Goals 7-10) 08. 02. Demonstrate knowledge of cultural, social, religious and linguistic differences. 08. 03. Analyze specific international problems, illustrating the cultural, economic, and political differences that affect their solution. 08. 04. Understand the role of a wo
Prerequisites: ENGL1020, ENGL1021