Universität Wien

070309 UE Guided Reading Women's and Gender History (2023W)

Women and Gender in Socialism during the Second Half of the Twentieth Century

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 7 - Geschichte
Prüfungsimmanente Lehrveranstaltung

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Details

max. 25 Teilnehmer*innen
Sprache: Englisch

Lehrende

Termine (iCal) - nächster Termin ist mit N markiert

  • Mittwoch 04.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 04.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 11.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 11.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 18.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 18.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 25.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 25.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 08.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 08.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 15.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 15.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 22.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 22.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 29.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Mittwoch 29.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01

Information

Ziele, Inhalte und Methode der Lehrveranstaltung

The course "Women and Gender in Socialism during the Second Half of the Twentieth Century" delves into the experiences, roles, and challenges faced by women within socialist movements and societies during the second half of the Twentieth century. This guided reading course examines the transformations, debates, and achievements in the realm of gender equality within socialist contexts during this period. Through the analysis of primary and secondary sources, students will gain insights into the evolving dynamics of women's lives and activism in socialist settings.

Art der Leistungskontrolle und erlaubte Hilfsmittel

Students are expected to read all the assigned texts (available in Moodle) and prepare reading notes before each session, actively contribute to discussions in class, and timely deliver 2 short (3 pages) written assignments.

Teaching language is English

Mindestanforderungen und Beurteilungsmaßstab

- regular attendance (maximum of 2 absences to be compensated by further written assignments)
- reading all the assigned texts and active participation in class discussion (60% of the final grade)
- in case of insufficient participation in class discussion, some extra written work may be required.
- timely delivery of 2 short (3 pages) written assignments (40% of the final grade)
- every requirement must be met (reading, participation, and delivery of written assignments).

Grading scale:
100 – 90 %= 1 (excellent)
89 – 81 %= 2 (good)
80 – 71 %= 3 (satisfactory)
70 – 61 %= 4 (sufficient)
60 – 0 %= 5 (insufficient)

Prüfungsstoff

- The relationship between women, gender, and socialism in the second half of the twentieth century
- Socialist theories, practices, and movements addressing gender equality during this period
- The experiences of women in socialist societies, considering both advancements and persisting challenges
- The intersections of gender with other social categories, such as class, race, and sexuality, in socialist contexts

Literatur

Will be announced in the first session (available in Moodle)

Zuordnung im Vorlesungsverzeichnis

Letzte Änderung: Fr 29.09.2023 17:47