Examination of the history of women, gender relations, and
sexuality in Latin America. It pays particular attention to how
gender, race, and class intersected in the formation of
historical trends from pre-Colombian societies to the present
day. Approximately one-half of the course will focus on pre-1800
society.
Athena Title
Gender in Latin America
Pre or Corequisite
Any course in HIST or LACS or INTL or POLS or WMST or SPAN or PTSP or QUEC
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to arrive at conclusions about the history of women, gender, and sexuality in Latin America by gathering and weighing evidence, logical argument, and listening to counter argument.
By the end of this course, students will be able to write stylistically appropriate papers and essays. Students will be able to analyze ideas and evidence, organize their thoughts, and revise and edit their finished essays.
By the end of this course, students will be able to identify how the history of women, gender, and sexuality in Latin America has shaped social and cultural identities and attitudes in the region, encouraging them to understand diverse worldviews and experiences.
By the end of this course, students will be able to apply appropriate methodological approaches to their analysis of primary sources and to organize their evidence to show historical continuities and discontinuities.
