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HIST 254 Women and Gender in 20th Century Canada Units: 3.00
This course explores the diverse experiences of women in Canada, as well as how the social construction of gender shaped 20th century Canadian history. It will challenge the idea of a homogeneous "women's history" in Canada, and examine how women's experiences varied by class, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, and other kinds of difference.
Learning Hours: 120 (36 Lecture, 84 Private Study)
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 2 or above.
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Develop an understanding of the social, political, and cultural development of women and gender in 20th century Canada.
- Articulate, summarize, and discuss historical interpretations and arguments.
- Develop and refine writing skills through analytical and research-based essays.
- Generate in-depth analysis of primary sources.
- Classify a broader knowledge of historiographical debates and problems that have shaped the field of women's and gender history.
- Analyze how historical patterns and events are related to contemporary intersectional politics of women and gender in Canada.