# Syllabus

## Course Meeting Times

Lectures: 1 session / week, 3 hours / session

## Goals of the Course

To become familiar with major theories, methods and central debates in the field of gender studies. In particular we will focus on:

1. Conceptualizing the impact of biology
2. Understanding the contexts which contribute to intra-gender variation and inter-gender similarities
3. Clarifying the influence of social, political and economic forces on gender discourse and practice

## Requirements and Grading

Participation in class discussions, presentations and small group activities: 20%
Cross-cultural inquiry paper: 20%
Hour exam in class: 30%
Final paper: 30%