Focuses on the role of languages in constructing and sustaining gender in different societies around the world. Students will also examine linguistic mechanisms of creating gender divisions and stereotypes, as well as remedying gender-related inequalities. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): LING 111.3 or LING 114.3; and LING 244.3; and 3 credit units of senior LING or permission of the department.
Focuses on the role of languages in constructing and sustaining gender in different societies around the world. Students will also examine linguistic mechanisms of creating gender divisions and stereotypes, as well as remedying gender-related inequalities. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): LING 111.3 or LING 114.3; and LING 244.3; and 3 credit units of senior LING or permission of the department.