Overview
It is expected that you will take what you have learned in class out into the world with you. Your task is to plan one out-of-class experience that takes the concepts we have learned into the world to observe, comment on, and critique using a feminist lens.
Note: You do not have to go anywhere to complete this assignment. You can pick an experience from the list below that does not require you to go out. If you have any other ideas and would like to discuss them with me, please email me.
Examples of out-of-class experiences:
- Examining gender differences in any activity, products, films, etc.
- Watching a new movie or re-watching a childhood movie
- Listening to a podcast
- Reading or re-reading a book
- Attend a play or art exhibit
- Listen or watch a music video
- Anything else you think could be interesting – even the type of conversations with your friends/family can be analyzed!
For this assignment, you will write a 2–3-page paper detailing your experience. Please cite appropriately and refer to the format required for all written work (pg. 4-5).
Your paper should include the following:
- Summarization of what you did or observed. (3pts)
- How it related to what you are learning or reading in class – explanation should be detailed and backed up by at least 3 sources (reliable online sources.) (7pts)
- A reflection of your feelings and thoughts during the experience. (2 pts)
This is an Introduction to Women Studies class, so the paper needs to be about observing the difference of women in real life. Any kind of example will work.
Format for All Written Work
All written assignments must follow these formatting guidelines:
reference/works cited section does NOT count toward page length requirements).
Grading Note: 10% will be deducted for each formatting requirement not followed.
Example of how to cite (in discussion boards and other written work):
Example of in-text citations: (Shaw & Lee, 2019)
Example of full citations for reference list:
Shaw, S. M. & Lee, J. (2019). Gendered Voices, Feminist Visions: Classic and Contemporary Readings.
Cambridge: Oxford University Press.