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Sep 16, 2024
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SOC 355 - Gender and the Life Course Theoretically and practically examines the interlocking forces of gender and age within the context of society and the constraints of social structure, from a life course perspective. Topical areas will include the social construction of age and gender; structural inequalities that result in ageism and sexism across the life course; male and female experiences of aging that interact with gender to give rise to changed gender roles and relationships into later life. Prerequisite: SOC 100 or 150 or ANT 102. Fulfills: LASR. Notes: Category B.(3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe how the intersections between gender and age influence social roles and societal expectations from a life course perspective.
- Detail structural inequalities tied to ageism and sexism that help shape the lived experiences and opportunities of people in society.
- Describe the major theoretical frameworks that are used to understand the gendered nature of human life.
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