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Spokane Falls Community College

 3410 W. Fort George Write Dr., Spokane, WA 99224 | 509-533-3500 |http://www.spokanefalls.edu/
Course Description

SOC 230-AA:  Sociology of Gender

Sociology of Gender examines the changing views of gender in modern society and explores the available research on the social and institutional pressures that shape women and men and their roles in society.  This course directly confronts the myths, misconceptions, and stereotypes surrounding marriage, family, crime, and spirituality.  This course also includes a cross-cultural perspective on gender.
Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify the sociological concepts involved in cross-cultural, global situations concerning gender.
  • Compare and contrast viewpoints and theories about controversial topics related to gender.
  • Apply the sociological theories of functionalism, conflict, symbolic interaction, and [feminism] to gender issues.
  • Analyze the role of society in defining and maintaining gender roles.
  • Describe the research methods employed in the social sciences and feminist frameworks as they apply to gender studies.
  • Apply historical context to contemporary issues of gender diversity.
Instructor Contact Information

Instructor:  Cathy Matresse

Phone:  (509)533-3468

Email:  Cathy.Matresse@sfcc.spokane.edu

Office:  Building 24, room 345

Office Hours:  Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 10:30 am - 12:00 pm and by appointment
Communicating with the Instructor If you have questions related to the course, assignments, policies, procedures, or technology, please refer to the Communication And Obtaining Answers To Questions page. 
Course Textbook and Materials

Thinking about Women:  Sociological Perspectives on Sex and Gender
Margaret Andersen and Dana Hysock, 9th Edition
Pearson Publishers
ISBN:  9780205840953
Policies

Attendance and Participation
Preparation for class means reading the assigned readings and reviewing all information required for that week.  Attendance means logging into Canvas on a regular basis AND participating in all activities that are posted in the course. 

 

Assignment Submission
All assignments, unless otherwise announced by the instructor MUST be submitted via Canvas.  Each assignment will have a designated place to submit the assignment.

 

Late or Missed Assignments
You will be given a fair and reasonable amount of time to complete assignments and will know all deadlines in advance, so late work will be penalized 10% per day.  Items ten days or more past the deadline will not be accepted.  Assignments are due at 11:00 pm ET on the posted due date, so please plan accordingly.  Assignments turned in ahead of the due date are always appreciated. 

  

Grading

 

Important Dates and Deadlines (including Add/Drop dates)

 

Academic Dishonesty

 

Academic Standards and Procedures

 

Student Conduct

 

Americans with Disabilities Act 
Method of Instruction Begin each week by reading the week's Start Here information.  The week's readings, discussions, assignments, quizzes, and other activities will be detailed in the Start Here section.  Each week, you will have a set of required readings that will consist of journal articles, web pages, and chapters from your textbook.  I will also provide short videos that explain specific topics for the week.  After accessing the weekly videos and readings, complete the week's activities as detailed in the Start Here page.
Requirements

This is an online class.  In order to ensure your success in the online environment, please review the following requirements:
How to Succeed in this Course
  • Log into Canvas daily and participate regularly in the discussions
  • Communicate with your instructor
  • Create a study schedule so that you do not fall behind on assignments
  • Complete and turn in all assignments, discussions, projects, and quizzes on time
Syllabus Disclaimer I view the course syllabus as an educational contract between the instructor and students.  Every effort will be made to avoid changing the course schedule, but the possibility exists that unforeseen events will make syllabus changes necessary.  I reserve the right to make changes to the syllabus as deemed necessary.  Students will be notified in a timely manner of any syllabus changes via email or course Announcements.  Please remember to check your email as well as the course Announcements often.

 

Course Summary:

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