CRM 2307 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Misogyny, Stereotype, Double Jeopardy

• School: University of Ottawa
• Department: Criminology
• Course: CRM 2307
• Professor: Zoi Coucopoulos

Document Summary

An interdisciplinary academic field which applies a critical theory centered approach to topics concerning women, feminism, gender and politics. Was first conceived as an academic rubric apart from other departments in the late 1970"s. First women"s studies program in the u. s. on may 21st 1970 at san diego. Often encourages students to engage in hands-on activities, including discussion and reflecting on course materials. Is not limited solely to women issues but various forms of oppression in which women issues become intricate focal points. Highly involved in social justice and create curriculums that are embedded with theory and also activism outside of the classroom. Often described as the theory and analysis of how research is conducted, with the method being the technique for gathering evidence. Research conducted through a feminist lens actively challenges the structures and ideologies and oppress women through incorporating the plurality of women"s lived experiences. Interviewing, structured questions being asked and responded to.