Spring 2025 - GSWS 100 B900
Sex Talk: Introduction to Contemporary Issues in Sexuality Studies (3)
Class Number: 1695
Delivery Method: Blended
Overview
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
An introduction to issues in the study of sex, sexual identity, and sexual culture. Focused on contemporary theories of sexuality as well as representations in fiction, film and popular media from diverse cultural contexts. Students who have completed GDST 200 may not complete this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.
COURSE DETAILS:
An introduction to issues in the study of sex, sexual identity, and sexual culture. Focused on contemporary theories of sexuality as well as representations in fiction, film and popular media from diverse cultural contexts.
GSWS 100 introduces students to major contemporary issues in sexuality studies through an exploration of how sex is portrayed in different media and cultural contexts. Topics covered include: an overview of sexuality theories and critical frameworks; media culture and sexualization; social media and the public/private boundaries of sex; sex on screen; sexual identity and consumer culture; non-binary language of gender and attraction; technology and the future of sex.
COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:
For more detailed information please see the GSWS website: https://www.sfu.ca/gsws/undergraduate/courses/goals.html
Grading
- Engage: Tutorial Attendance & Participation 10%
- Reflect & Edit: Five Portfolio Reflections 15%
- Review: Midterm Exam 20%
- Plan & Write: Research Assignment 25%
- Synthesize: End of Term Exam 30%
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
All assigned material, including readings, assorted media, films & videos, will be available online, through SFU’s Library, or on Canvas, whether as PDFs or in other forms. The instructor will provide more information on the detailed course syllabus.
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.