Sociology of Genders and Sexualities
2400-OG-EN-SGaS
The seminar will present advanced theoretical perspectives about human sexuality and gender (especially women studies, gender studies, gay and lesbian studies, queer studies). The most important anthropological and sociological, Polish and foreign theorists and researchers in the field will be discussed. The importance and uniqueness of sociological perspective will be clarified. Gender and sexuality theories will be set out also in a broader perspective of the most important sociological theories.
Total student workload
Contact hours with teacher - 30:
- participation in seminars - 20 hrs
- consultations - 10 hrs
Self-study hours: 90
- preparing workshops - 50 hrs
- reading literature - 40 hrs
Altogether: 120 hrs 4 (ECTS)
Learning outcomes - knowledge
W1: A student knows the advanced theoretical perspectives about human sexuality and gender (especially women studies, gender studies, lesbian and gay studies, queer studies).
W2: A student differentiates between sex, gender, gender identity, sex characteristics and psychosexual orientation.
W3: A student recognizes the most important anthropological and sociological, Polish and foreign theorists and researchers in the field.
W4: A student understands why and how sociological perspective is different from other perspectives.
Learning outcomes - skills
U1: A student can find and interpret quantitative and qualitative data about gender and sexuality in different countries.
U2: A student can interpret data regarding to gender and sexuality presented in media critically.
U3: A student can use this knowledge to implement changes in a school/university/work environment.
Learning outcomes - social competencies
K1: A student can use and explain the advantages and disadvantages of using so called inclusive language.
K2: A student can manage social conflicts in the workplace, understanding the idea of diversity management.
Teaching methods
Discussions, staging, participatory lecture, practical
Type of course
elective course
Prerequisites
Good English (B2 or higher) – necessary.
Basic knowledge about gender and sexuality (this is an advanced course) – necessary.
Course coordinators
Assessment criteria
Assessment methods:
- creating a workshop
- activity during classes
Assessment criteria
Credit and grade based on attendance, workshops, activity. Percentage points:
0-59% – D (2)
60-74% – C (3)
75-79% – C+ (3,5)
80-84% – B (4)
85-89% – B+ (4,5)
90-100% – A (5)
Practical placement
Additional information
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