GEND 1106OL - Introduction to Gender Studies
Online - Semester 1 - 2022
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code GEND 1106OL Course Introduction to Gender Studies Coordinating Unit Sociology, Criminology and Gender Studies Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s Online Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week online Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Incompatible GSSA 1006, GEND 1106 Assessment Online participation 10%, Lead discussant 15%, Minor Essay 30%, Major Essay 40%, Quiz 5%. Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Megan Warin
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
Investigate issues and debates around gender, particularly in relation to Australian society.
Identify and explain the ways in which gender shapes our everyday lives through the intersections of gender, race, class, sexuality, age, religion, culture, and nation.
Discuss the ways in which systems of power, privilege, and oppression shape our experiences as individuals and members of communities.
Develop a critical vocabulary that includes key theoretical debates in historical and contemporary gender studies.
Demonstrate research literacy, through library searches, research techniques and skills, development of argument, and academic referencing.
Write logical and coherent arguments based on evidence, and engage in critical debate.
Work with others in the exploration of ideas and to collectively develop arguments and negotiate solutions to problems.
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1,2,3,4 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
2,3,5,6 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
3,6,7 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
5,6,7 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1,2,3 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
MyUni, including set readings, lecture recordings and online discussion.Recommended Resources
An extensive list of further resources will be provided during semester. These include:
- A list of further readings on each topic
- Resource guides on Harvard referencing and essay writing
- Assistance with finding library research materials
Online Learning
This is the external version of the course: the entire course takes place online via the course MyUni page found at http://myuni.adelaide.edu.au
This site includes announcements, readings, online discussion boards and activities, recorded lectures, assignment submission and further resources.
Students wishing to study the course on campus and attend lectures and workshops in person should enrol in the internal course GEND 1106, rather than GEND 1106 OL. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Online learning:
Recorded Lectures (audio and slides) and weekly activities - Critical overview of course material and introduction to key concepts.
Online Tutorials - extended group and self-guided learning, via online discussion board. You will discuss readings, debate historical and contemporary issues, and share resources.
Group activities - you will form a small group to work on your tutorial presentations via discussion boards. Several methods will be provided for interaction including discussion boards, email and file sharing. Other methods may be offered during semester.
Independent study:
Reading of scholarly texts and research reports
Independent library and internet research on a chosen topic
Designing and writing research essays.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
WORKLOAD - STRUCTURED LEARNING
TOTAL HOURS
1 x 2-hour lecture per week
20
1 x 1-hour tutorial per week
10
WORKLOAD - SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING
TOTAL HOURS
6 hours reading per week
72
2 hours research per week
24
2 hours assignment preparation per week
24
3 2 hour online group discussions/ emailing in preparation for lead discussant post per semester
6
Learning Activities Summary
WEEK
LECTURE TOPIC
1
Introduction to the Course
2
Feminism and Social Change
3
Social Formation of Gender
4
Hegemonic Masculinity and the Gender Order
5
Indigenous Feminisms and Intersectionality
6
Islamic Feminism and The Veil
7
Queering Gender, Critiquing Heterosexuality
8
Intersectional Text Analysis
9
Gender and Violence
10
Sexual Subjectification
11
Staff Consultations
12
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
ASSESSMENT TASK
TASK TYPE
WEIGHTING
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
Online Activities
Formative and Summative
30 %
1-7
1000 word minor essay
Formative and Summative
30 %
1-7
2500 word major essay
Formative and Summative
40 %
1-7
Assessment Related Requirements
Students must attend 8/10 tutorials in order to be eligible for the tutorial participation grade.Assessment Detail
Tutorial Attendance and Participation: Students will be required to attend tutorials and actively contribute in tutorial discussions demonstrating knowledge they have gained from the lecture and set readings.
Online activities: Students will be required to participate in online tutorials knowledge they have gained from the lecture and set readings. They will need to choose one week in which to prepare a short online presentation and le
1000 word essay: Students will be required to write a 1000 word essay on the social formation of gender.
2500 word essay: Students will be required to write a 2500 word essay from a selction of essay topics. The essay topics enable students to critically discuss concepts covered in this course, and to develop argument based on extended reading.Submission
Assignments will be submitted online, and checked for plagiarism using Turnitin.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
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- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
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- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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