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CATALOG INFORMATION
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Discipline and Nbr:
PSYCH 40 | Title:
PSYCHOLOGY OF GENDER |
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Full Title:
Psychological Perspectives on Gender |
Last Reviewed:10/9/2023 |
Units | Course Hours per Week | | Nbr of Weeks | Course Hours Total |
Maximum | 3.00 | Lecture Scheduled | 3.00 | 17.5 max. | Lecture Scheduled | 52.50 |
Minimum | 3.00 | Lab Scheduled | 0 | 6 min. | Lab Scheduled | 0 |
| Contact DHR | 0 | | Contact DHR | 0 |
| Contact Total | 3.00 | | Contact Total | 52.50 |
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| Non-contact DHR | 0 | | Non-contact DHR Total | 0 |
| Total Out of Class Hours: 105.00 | Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50 | |
Title 5 Category:
AA Degree Applicable
Grading:
Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:
00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As:
Formerly:
Catalog Description:
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An examination of the research and theory from psychology and related fields evaluate the behavioral, biological, social, and cultural foundations in which women and men function. This course will explore classical and contemporary views of gender roles and the effects of gender role on individual development and relationships.
Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent
Limits on Enrollment:
Schedule of Classes Information
Description:
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An examination of the research and theory from psychology and related fields evaluate the behavioral, biological, social, and cultural foundations in which women and men function. This course will explore classical and contemporary views of gender roles and the effects of gender role on individual development and relationships.
(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
Associate Degree: | Effective: | | Inactive: | |
Area: | | |
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CSU GE: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
| E | Lifelong Learning and Self Development | Fall 1981 | |
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IGETC: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
| 4 | Social and Behavioral Science | Fall 1981 | |
| 4I | Psychology | | |
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CSU Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 1981 | Inactive: | |
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UC Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 1981 | Inactive: | |
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C-ID: |
CID Descriptor: SOCI 140 | Introduction to Gender | SRJC Equivalent Course(s): PSYC40 OR SOC15 |
Certificate/Major Applicable:
Both Certificate and Major Applicable
COURSE CONTENT
Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to:
1. Describe research and methodology on gender difference.
2. Distinguish major psychological theories on gender development and identity.
3. Identify the dynamics of gender on individual, interpersonal, and institutional levels.
4. Differentiate between the biological and social construction of gender.
5. Explain the interaction between gender, mental health, and psychological disorders.
6. Interpret the global and multicultural implications of gender stereotypes.
7. Identify the effects of cultural attitudes and beliefs of gender on sexuality, orientation, and behaviors.
8. Analyze the dynamics between power, status, economics, and gender.
9. Identify the implications of gender similarities and differences on emotional development.
10. Assess the potential for transformation of gender roles and gender relations.
Topics and Scope
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I. Sex Differences in Psychology
A. History
B. Masculinity and femininity
C. Traits and socialization
II. Research Approaches to Sex and Gender
A. Biomedical
B. Variationist (modified essentialist)
C. Interdisciplinary laboratory and clinical
III. Gender Stereotypes Related to Masculinity and Femininity
IV. Biology and Environment: The Process of Becoming Female or Male
V. Theories of Gender Development
A. Evolutionary
B. Social learning
C. Cognitive development
D. Gender schema
VI. Gender Differences in Sexuality
A. Identity
B. Orientation
VII. Perceptual and Cognitive Abilities
A. Gender similarities
B. Gender differences
VIII. Gender and Aspects of Emotion
A. Physiological
B. Cognitive
C. Behavioral
IX. Relationships: Attachment, Intimacy, and Power
X. Economic and Political Life: Power, Status, and Achievement
XI. The Gender Gap in Education
A. Biology and the brain
B. Socialization
XII. Issues in the Workplace: Division of Labor by Sex and Gender
XIII. Gender and Mental/Physical Health
A. Stress, change, and adaptations
XIV. Gender Roles and Health Care
A. Sexism in medicine
B. Politics of health equity
XV. Gender Issues in Therapy
A. Communication styles
B. Cultural differences
XVI. The Future of Sex and Gender: Justice, Equity, and Social Change
Assignments:
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1. Read 25-35 pages per week and discuss assigned material from the text and supplements.
2. Three to five quizzes.
3. One to two exams, and a final will be given to assess comprehension of lectures, reading concepts, terminology, and other instructional materials.
4. Assignments may include term or course research paper, journal writing, portfolio, or projects for the purpose of learning research skills, enhancing course knowledge, and improving writing skills. Oral presentations and group projects may also be assigned.
Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing 10 - 25% |
Written homework, research or term papers, journals, portfolio | |
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving 0 - 0% |
None | |
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations 0 - 0% |
None | |
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams 75 - 90% |
Quizzes and exams | |
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category 0 - 15% |
Group projects, oral presentations, attendance, and/or participation. | |
Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Gender: Psychological Perspectives. Linda Brannon. Allyn & Bacon: 2008.
Psychology of Gender. Helgeson. Prentice Hall: 2009.
The Psychology of Sex and Gender. Barbara Smith. Allyn & Bacon: 2008.
Sex and Gender: An Introduction. Hilary Lips. McGraw-Hill: 2008.
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