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GENDER EQUALITY

Course
SOWO327 - GENDER EQUALITY
Department
Social Work - English - Undergraduate
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
3
ECTS
5
T+P+L
3 + 0 + 0
Course Coordinator(s)
Dr. Buse ÖZDİRENÇ
Prerequisite
-
Keywords

Course Description

Gender based social structure; theoretical approaches to gender development; widespread and rooted problems which women encounter with; developing a cognitive point of view which contribute to solving problems. To gain analysis ability for students about gender in social work practice areas: Sex and gender concept, feminist theories, hegemonic masculinity, feminist social work practice. Anti-oppression focus on social work practice with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirit, intersexed, and queer communities. Emphasizes cultural, social, and political context within which such practice occurs as well as an examination of the diversity and heterogeneity within these communities. Enhances students' micro and macro practice skills.

GENDER EQUALITY

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Item Type Weight (%)
SOWOXX3/SOWO327 Midterm Exam Midterm 40
SOWOXX3/SOWO327 Final Exam Final 60
Total 100

Course outcomes

No course outcomes have been defined yet.

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Definitions of gender, sex, and equality; Gender as a social construct
Week 2 Feminism (Liberal, Radical, Socialist, Intersectional), Queer Theory
Week 3 How gender roles are learned; Gender in childhood, media, and education
Week 4 Gender pay gap, occupational segregation, care work
Week 5 Women's political representation, barriers to leadership
Week 6 Domestic violence, sexual harassment, legal frameworks
Week 7 Midterm
Week 8 Reproductive rights, maternal health, mental health dispari
Week 9 Division of labor at home, marriage, parenting
Week 10 Representation of gender in TV, film, and social media
Week 11 Non-binary and transgender identities, LGBTQ+ activism
Week 12 Gender and climate change, migration, conflict
Week 13 Legal frameworks, gender quotas, strategies for gender equality
Week 14 General Review
Week 15 Final Exam

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 UNICEF. (2020). Gender Socialization in Early Childhood.
  2. 02 UNDP. (2021). Gender and Political Participation
  3. 03 Ahmed, S. (2017). Living a Feminist Life (Chapter on Sexual Harassment)
  4. 04 Gill, R. (2007). Gender and the Media

Learning Outcomes

  1. L01 Students explain that there is a historical and social construction of gender inequalities. SOLO 4
  2. L02 Students explain the different theoretical approaches to examining gender inequalities. SOLO 4
  3. L03 Students identify that critical gender inequalities can be solved by political programs. SOLO 2
  4. L04 Examines the policies of gender equality in the world and in Turkey. SOLO 4
  5. L05 Evaluates gender equality, the results of practices. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

  1. P01 Has the theoretical and applied knowledge required by the dietitian profession
  2. P02 Uses the knowledge and skills throughout the professional life, in the protection and improvement of individual, family and community health, to prevent and treat the diseases.
  3. P03 Provides training and consultancy by using scientific evidence in order to increase the health level and quality of life of the society.
  4. P04 Have the ability of learning, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
  5. P05 Uses information technologies and specific technological equipment to the field effectively
  6. P06 Maintains personal and professional development with the awareness of lifelong learning.
  7. P07 Carries out its profession in accordance with in the line with ethical principles, legal framework and standards.
  8. P08 Uses the professional skills in accordance with the fundamental values and culture of the population at national and international statues.
  9. P09 Acts in accordance with quality management processes.
  10. P10 Takes a role in research, projects and activities in collaborate with the healthcare team and other disciplines.
  11. P11 Have the ability to follow information in the professional field and to communicate with colleagues by using Turkish and at least one foreign language.

Po-Lo Matrix

LO P01 P02 P03 P04 P05 P06 P07 P08 P09 P10 P11 Average
L01 - - - - - - - - - - - -
L02 - - - - - - - - - - - -
L03 - - - - - - - - - - - -
L04 - - - - - - - - - - - -
L05 - - - - - - - - - - - -