Fall 2024 - GSWS 102 D900

Feminist Action (3)

Class Number: 2228

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2024: Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Surrey

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 5, 2024
    Thu, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
    Surrey

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An historical and comparative survey of feminisms and feminist activism in Western European, North American, and Global communities. Students who have completed WS 102 may not take GSWS 102 for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.

COURSE DETAILS:

In this course we explore the history of feminist actions and social movements from the mid-eighteenth century to today. We will explore histories and activisms from around the globe.  We will use texts created by activists from a range of historical periods and geographies to come to an understanding of the diversity of feminist actions.

At the end of this course, you will:

  • Be able to discuss definitions of ‘feminism’
  • Be aware of the major schools of feminist thought
  • Understand the concepts of, and problems with, ‘waves of feminism’
  • Understand that different movements prioritised different agendas at different times
  • Explain feminist action on major topics such as suffrage; reproductive rights; sexuality; education; and gender-based violence.
  • Be able to provide examples and case studies from across the globe.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

For more detailed information please see the GSWS website: http://www.sfu.ca/gsws/undergraduate/courses/Educational_Goals.html

Grading

  • Create an electronic postcard 5%
  • 3 Reading Exercises 15%
  • Artefacts 20%
  • Midterm 20%
  • Endterm 30%
  • Participation 10%

NOTES:

Grading Details

A – Create an electronic postcard 5%

B – 3 Reading Exercises – each 5% (so 15%)

C – Artefacts –creative responses to artefacts (objects, movies etc) 4 (can do 5 and use 4 highest grades) each worth 5% (total of 20%)

F – Midterm – this will include MCQs and a list of terms to define based on the lectures; podcasts and especially readings from the first 6 weeks. 20%

G – Endterm – this will include MCQs; short answer questions and one essay. It will be based on the whole course and will again test your knowledge of readings, lectures and podcasts. 30%

H – Participation – Participation is graded based on attendance at tutorials and your level of engagement whilst in the tutorial 10%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

All course readings are on Canvas, other materials are online - there is no textbook to buy. Podcasts on Canvas (and elsewhere) are part of the course materials.


REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.