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Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

UNI370

Course Name:

Gender Studies

Semester:

Spring
Fall

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

English

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

University Elective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

E-Learning

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. SELEN YANMAZ

Course Lecturer(s):

Selen Yanmaz, Ezgi Ildırım

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	Course Objectives The aim of this course is to have students approach gender from a sociological and psychological perspective. It aims to familiarize students with the basic issues regarding gender today while teaching them about the historical context. It also aims to have students understand how gender studies have changed over time.
Course Content:	This course consists of studying basic themes and theories regarding gender studies. Students learn to approach gender from a sociological and psychological perspective, focusing on major issues regarding the social construction of gender, gender socialization and gender inequality.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Students learn about the social construction of gender
2) They become aware of gender discrimination
3) They gain knowledge about approaches to gender
4) They gain historical knowledge about feminism and the struggle for women's rights

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction
2)	That is Gender?
3)	Gender Socializing and Stereotyping I
4)	Gender Socializing and Stereotyping II: Role Models
5)	Gender Discrimination I
6)	Gender Discrimination II
7)	Gender Discrimination III
8)	Midterm
9)	What is Gender and Sexual Orientation, Social Construction of Sex and Gender
10)	Gender and Mental Health
11)	Doing Gender, Gender Socialization, Perspectives on Gender
12)	Gender and Violence
13)	Gender Inequality and Feminism
14)	Women’s Rights

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

- Giddens, Anthony, Mitchell Duneier, Richard P. Appelbaum, Deborah Carr. 2021. Introduction to Sociology (12th Edition). Pg 735-750, 755-763(available online on course page)
- “Dimensions of Gender” (available online at https://www.diverseandresilient.org/resources/youth-resource-list/dimensions-of-gender/)
- “Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity” (available online at https://operations.du.edu/inclusive-teaching/sexual-orientation-and-gender-identity#what)

References:

- Gilbert, Miqqi Alicia.2009. “Defeating Bigenderism: Changing Gender Assumptions in the Twenty-first Century”. Hypatia. 24(3): pg.93-112.
- Bond Stockton, Kathryn. 2022. “Gender Has a History and It’s More Recent Than You May Realize” (available online at https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/gender-has-a-history-and-its-more-recent-than-you-may-realize/)
- Steinem, Gloria. “If Men Could Menstruate” in Ms. Magazine. 1978. (available online at https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1080/23293691.2019.1619050)
- The Third Gender and Hijras (available online at https://rpl.hds.harvard.edu/religion-context/case-studies/gender/third-gender-and-hijras)

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4
Program Outcomes
1) Identify and describe the foundations and characteristics of both traditional and new media.
2) Critically engage in and apply media studies scholarship.
3) Develop new/digital media literacy competencies and critically analyze new/digital media contents.
4) Develop technical skills in both traditional and digital media production.
5) Produce media contents which are sensitive to and respect cultural diversity.
6) Demonstrate creative writing skills in various writing genres, including both writing for and about the media.
7) Develop computer skills and use software applications related to new/digital media design and production.
8) Work effectively as an individual and a part of a team, acting responsibly and respectfully to complete various types of creative projects.
9) Demonstrate skills in mentorship, leadership, management, and entrepreneurship in the media sector.
10) Develop a “signature work” and engage in local and/or international media sectors and non-profit organizations.
11) Acquire foreign language skills to effectively communicate and work in international and cross-cultural settings.
12) Acquire interpersonal skills and effectively communicate in professional settings.
13) Identify the structures, trends, technological developments and issues related to new media and carry out artistic and creative activities and projects that correspond to social needs.
14) Conduct media practice within national and international legal frameworks.
15) Become responsible media practitioners by adhering to media ethics and principles of democracy and human rights.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Identify and describe the foundations and characteristics of both traditional and new media.	1
2)	Critically engage in and apply media studies scholarship.	2
3)	Develop new/digital media literacy competencies and critically analyze new/digital media contents.	2
4)	Develop technical skills in both traditional and digital media production.	2
5)	Produce media contents which are sensitive to and respect cultural diversity.	2
6)	Demonstrate creative writing skills in various writing genres, including both writing for and about the media.	2
7)	Develop computer skills and use software applications related to new/digital media design and production.	2
8)	Work effectively as an individual and a part of a team, acting responsibly and respectfully to complete various types of creative projects.	2
9)	Demonstrate skills in mentorship, leadership, management, and entrepreneurship in the media sector.	2
10)	Develop a “signature work” and engage in local and/or international media sectors and non-profit organizations.	2
11)	Acquire foreign language skills to effectively communicate and work in international and cross-cultural settings.	2
12)	Acquire interpersonal skills and effectively communicate in professional settings.	2
13)	Identify the structures, trends, technological developments and issues related to new media and carry out artistic and creative activities and projects that correspond to social needs.	2
14)	Conduct media practice within national and international legal frameworks.	2
15)	Become responsible media practitioners by adhering to media ethics and principles of democracy and human rights.	2

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	14	% 10
Midterms	1	% 20
Final	1	% 70
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 30
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 70
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Preparation for the Activity	Spent for the Activity Itself	Completing the Activity Requirements	Workload
Course Hours	14	1	2		42
Study Hours Out of Class	2	2			4
Midterms	1	30	2		32
Final	1	45	2		47
Total Workload					125