Course Details
Course offered Autumn 2012
Honors 394 A: Philosophy of Gender in Western Civilization (A&H / SSc)
Honors 394 A: Philosophy of Gender in Western Civilization (A&H / SSc)
SLN 14914 (View UW registration info »)
Office: B-110 Padelford, Box 354345
Phone: (206) 543-6900
Email: cbright@uw.edu
Credits: 5
Limit: 25 students
COURSE OBJECTIVES
– To provide an overview of the dominant philosophical paradigms in western thought To assess such paradigms critically, especially from feminist perspectives
– To become familiar with concepts of major thinkers regarding gender, “woman” and “man,”
– To analyze the social and metaphysical contexts for these definitions
– To develop the student’s ability to analyze and formulate theory
– To facilitate the thoughtful verbal and written expression of knowledge gained this term, including material suitable for your portfolios
REQUIRED READINGS
Riane Eisler, The Chalice and the Blade
Plato, The Republic
The Bible (A version of your choice)
Woman in Western Thought (Reading Packet #1)
Reading Packet #2
(Both Reading Packets available at Professional Copy, 42nd & 15th Ave NE)
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
– Class Participation (30%): Students are expected to be at all class sessions and to be prepared for class discussion. This means studying the readings for the unit scheduled and coming to class with ideas to share. *Acceptable participation includes both thoughtful comments and active, respectful listening, as well as an appropriate balance between them.* One absence is permitted without affecting your participation grade.
– Two Take-home essay assignments (20% each)
– Group Project (15%)
– Final Exam (15%): An in-class comprehensive exam given ONLY on Wed Dec 14, 4:30pm.
– Class Partner: Someone with whom you exchange contact information.