Gender and Women's Studies (MA)

We explore the key philosophical and methodological issues in feminist pedagogy with an emphasis on application of the material learned. In addition to readings, discussions, and lectures, students develop a teaching philosophy, design a course, write a syllabus, prepare a lesson plan, teach a session, design evaluations, and develop a curriculum vitae.

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Emphasis is on analytical skills and group dynamics as well as subject content including collective action strategies.

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This seminar serves as a critique/work group for class members' thesis and publication goals. We examine the formation of critical consciousness.

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This course will address critical issues facing women in developing countries in the context of an increasingly globalized order. The purpose of the course is to familiarize students with global issues/global feminist theory.

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This course examines the development of theories and strategies used by various groups of women to create social change. Special focus on the major theories and issues of first, second, and third wave faminism.

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We explore theoretical and epistemological issues in feminist research, as well as developing the practical nuts and bolts skills needed to conduct our own research. Research skill workshops include Internet and WEB resources in research and constructing a research design. Class members organize and participate in a research conference.

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Concentrated study and research in areas of student's special interests/ expertise under supervision of a faculty member.

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Students assist or co-teach an undergraduate Women's Studies course under the supervision of a faculty member.

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Placement in a community or university-based internship provides the student with experience and practical skills in a particular field of work or service and/or provides an opportunity to pursue a specific research interest.

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Preparation of an alternate plan paper under supervision of the student's graduate advisor.

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Preparation of a thesis under supervision of the student's graduate advisory committee.

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