CHS

The course focuses on Third world women in the U.S. and other parts of the world. The "Third World" is defined as countries in Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Course content explores the relationship between economic and social inequality and women's political action as well as how women of color perceive and redefine feminism in regard to race, immigrant status, class, and sexual orientation.

PLAGIARISM: From page 553-554 CSUN Catalog: “ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: Cheating or plagiarism in connection with an academic program at a campus is listed in Section 41301, Title 5, California Code of Regulations, as an offense for which a student may be expelled, suspended, or given a less severe disciplinary sanction. Academic dishonesty is an especially serious offense and diminishes the quality of scholarship and defrauds those who depend upon the integrity of the campus programs. The source of quotations, paraphrased information, and borrowed facts must be cited.

1. MULTIPLE CHOICE QUIZZES & DISCUSSIONS.

60 Points Total

Number of Points for Multiple Choice Quizzes=2points eachx5

Discussion Questions-Points As indicated

No Late Submissions!

Answers must be fully developed for full credit

60%

2. Mid Term Exam – Multiple Choice Quiz & One Essay (drawn from for questions and short answers)

30 Points

Thirty points

30%

3. Scholarly Journal Abstract (Summary)

10 Points

Ten Points

10%

MOST IMPORTANT IS TO DEVELOP THE ANSWERS, ESSAYS, ETC. WITH DETAIL TO DEMONSTRATE THAT YOU READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE READING! SHORT ANSWERS WITH LITTLE DETAIL WILL RECEIVE FEW IF ANY POINTS!

DAYS:   DEC. 26, 27, 28 ((Quiz & Discussion Due by 10PM, Dec.28)

Overview of Ideas Discussed in Chapter 2 & Article

Review Two Short Powerpoints & Youtube:

1.Powerpoint: “The Politics of Knowledge”

2. Powerpoint: “Women, Social Identity, and Resistance”

3. Youtube: 4 minute speech: Sojournor Truth

Readings: Book: Mascia-Lees, Gender & Difference, Ch.2, “A History of Gender and Difference”

Reading: Article available electronically through Course Reserves: Pardo, Mary. “Mexican American Grassroots Activists: Mothers of East Los Angeles” Frontiers: A Journal of Women’s Studies. 1990.

Discussion 2:

1. In one well developed paragraph describe who Mothers of East L.A. were and what the Mothers of East L.A. were fighting against and what they did to better their community. What resources did they use to fight the prison and incinerator proposals? 

2. In an additional paragraph, explain how the article relates to any of the ideas, concepts, facts in Chapter 2 of Gender and Difference. Cite the page numbers. 

Multiple Choice Quiz 2:

DAYS: DEC. 29,30, 31 (Quiz & Discussion Due by 10PM, Dec.31)

Reading: Book: Mascia-Lees, Ch 3 - "The Politics of Anthropology"

ANSWER ALL THREE QUESTIONS!

Chapter available through Course Reserve-Electronic Access: Enloe, Cynthia. "Nationalism and Masculinity" Bananas, Beaches & Bases.

On Moodle: "Egypt and Nationalist Revolution"

OPTIONAL Film: "The Bronze Screen" 88 Minutes (Available in Oviatt, 2nd Floor Media Center, but closed during holiday break or some Blockbusters) OR "Slaying the Dragon"

Questions for Book  & Chapter Article (on LIbrary Course Reserves) & Short Answer on Quiz:

1.According to Cynthia Enloe's chapter (on library course electronic reserves), "Nationalism & Masculinity", a)define nationalism and 2)explain whether nationalist movements usually address women's issues, 3)explain why they do or do not address women's issues, and d)give a specific example, a specific country and a specific nationalist movement.

2. Choose one idea or concept from Mascia-Lees, Ch3 and relate it to any point raised in the Chapter by Enloe, (on course reserves) "Nationalism & Masculinity" (it could be veiling, "orientalism" or other). Explain the concept/idea from Mascia Lees.  Then explain whether Enloe & Mascia Lees are in agreement or disagreement? Complementary or not? Explain.

3. What is the cultural/political controversy over wearing the veil in France? What concept in Mascia-Lees relates to this controversy? How would it explain the controversy?

OR (Choose)

DAYS: DEC.JAN1,JAN.2,JAN.3 - !Feliz Ano Nuevo! Happy New 2016! (Quiz & Discussion Due by 10PM, Jan.3)

Reading (Skip Chapters 4,5,6 for now)

Book: Mascia-Lees, Gender & Difference, Ch.7, “The Global Economy, Neo-liberalism, and Labor” & Word Portfolio at end of chapter.

Excerpt from Chapter available through Electronic Course Reserves : Enloe, Cynthia.   

See: Tourism Formula for Development” Bananas, Beaches & Bases.

Questions for Discussion-:  

1. According to Enloe Excerpt (Library Course Reserves) “Tourism Formula for Development”, & the You Tube clips on “Tourism in Cancun (on Moodle)”, 

Define the idea of "tourism as a formula for development?" What are the negative effects of the tourism industry on the environment? on the residents in Mexico? (at least 5 negative effects). What is sex tourism and what is the feminist response to sex tourism?

2.Explain what Structural Adjustment Policies (p.164) are and how they end up being a burden that women end up carrying? The policies affect everyone, so why do women carry such a heavy load? Refer to women's expected responsibilities.

DAYS: JAN.4,5,6 - (Quiz & Discussion Due by 10PM, Jan. 6)

Book: Mascia-Lees, Gender & Difference, Ch.9, “Embodying Politics”

1. Choose one concept or idea or term from the chapter (also review the word portfolio at end of chapter) or choose from any of the subheadings in the chapter. Explain the concept a well developed paragraph and provide an example from the book. Cite the page number. (for example, "ideal beauty image" or other concept/idea that Mascia Lees presents regarding the body).

2. Then write a well developed paragraph that personally reflects on the concept and explain your own personal experience or observations of friends, family or acquaintances or media that illustrate the concept. Be detailed and make sure it illustrates the concept. You do not need to be a woman to provide personal reflection. Please develop the example with detail for full credit.

DAYS: JAN 7 & 8-((Quiz & Discussion Due by 10PM, Jan8)

Overview of Women's Status Around the World-Feminist Geographers Point of View

No Multiple Choice - Answer Discussion Questions 6

Review the text and “Images” (2000) (Source: Feminist Geography: Mapping the Status of Women Around the World)

1. Review "Images" on "Feminist Geography: Mapping the Status of Women Around the World."

2. Select Two of the Maps that you find of interest.  For each of the topics and maps,

Answer the following questions:

What is the issue and what is the problem? Identify three patterns in any of the countries noted in the text.  Summarize threes facts about each of the topics.  What are trends over time if indicated? Changing? How so?

Explain why you picked the particular maps and explain what impressed you, surprised you or other?  Relate one of the concepts from Mascia Lees to the topics/issues described in the maps.

DAY: JAN.9 (Mid Term Due by 10PM, Jan.9)

Mid Term Exam - Open from Jan.8, 7AM thru Jan.9, 10PM (closing time). ONLY One Attempt.

Mid Term Exam: Total 30 Points

Part1. 90 Minutes. Once you enter, you must save and submit so give yourself time to complete 20 multiple choice questions drawn from the previous quizzes. Ten (10) Points total. No surprises! One Attempt. Part 2. Mid Term Exam: 90 Minutes. One Essay Question derived from previous discussion questions. & 5 Short Answers.  Twenty Points for Part II. Once you enter, you must finish. Total Mid Term Points: 30 =Good luck!

DAYS: JAN.10,11,12 (Discussion (NO Quiz) Due by Jan.12, 10PM)

Reading: Hear My Testimony: Maria Teresa Tula

Pages “v” to 101 (It is first person testimony so it is fast reading)

1.Who is the author ? How did the book get created? Who is writing and who is telling the narrative or testimony? What is a testimony? What was the role of the U.S. in El Salvador? (p.181-185).

2. Describe gender relations as Maria describes them. What were the expectations, social obligations of women and men according to Maria? Briefly describe how she moved from childhood to motherhood as an example of gender relations.

3. Explain the way Maria became politically active. What motivated her at first? Then what motivated her later? Why do you think Rafael didn't tell her at first that he was an activist?

4. What ways did women fight against the repressive regime in El Salvador, according to Maria. Give specific examples--did they pick up a rifle? Other ways?

5. How would you describe Maria's character? Personality? skills? attitude? Do you think she is an extraordinary woman or not? Explain.

DAYS: Jan.13,14,15 (Discussion (NO Quiz)Due by 10PM, Jan.15)

Reading: Hear My Testimony: Maria Teresa Tula (Pages 103-236)

Answer questions in essay form. Relate the reading to any idea in Mascia Lees.

1. What was the role of the Catholic Church? Did they support the government, the poor people? Or other? Who was Archbishop Romero and his role in Co-Madres? What did the women do when he was assassinated?

2. How did Maria's activism change her life? Give two specific examples.

3. What were some of the women's misconceptions about feminism? How did men characterize feminism? How did women’s understanding of gender roles, sexuality, and feminism change? What is popular feminism? (p.210-220)

4. What were the Peace Accords (1991) and what is the conflict between impunity and redress or punishment? What did Co-Madres want? Why?

5. What was a major economic impact of the War in El Salvador on women? On the family structure? Give two specific examples.

6. Relate one of the ideas/concepts from Mascia Lees to Maria Teresa Tula's testimony.

Days: Jan.16,17 (Discussion (NO Quiz) Due by 10PM, Jan 17)

Latinas and Immigrant Youth

AVAILABLE THROUGH ELECTRONIC RESERVES, OVIATT LIBRARY .

Reading: Sanchez, Patricia. “Even Beyond the Local Community: A Close Look at Latina Youths’ Turn Trips to Mexico” The High School Journal. April/May 2009. 49-65

Write a summary (3-5 paragraphs long) summarizing the article, including the problem addressed, the methods of gathering data, and the findings, and develop one paragraph that specifically explains how the article relates to any of our other readings. (cite author and issue). Type in essay form, double spaced, MSWord

Reminder: Scholarly Journal Abstract Due Next Week! Post where  indicated. See guidelines at top of Moodle Page! An abstract is simply a summary of a scholarly journal article. Submit where indicated, Jan.18 and check for originality score and click "Grademark" to check your grammar; revise and resubmit. Use your discretion regarding "originality" score--see percentage and revise if needed.

DAY: Jan. 18 - Scholarly Journal Abstract Due by 10PM- 10 points.

Submit your abstract below and check originality score. Scores over 20% must be revised, checked for plagiarism and resubmitted.  Also, use the "edit" tool and check for run-ons, fragments, and other sentence errors.  Proofread.  Grammar errors/sentence errors/lack of clarity will detract from your grade. Remember to write one well developed paragraph relating the issue to our readings and cite page numbers. You may resubmit  until due date (10 Points).

DAYS: Jan. 19, Jan. 20 (Discussion Due by 10PM, Jan.20):

V. Gender Roles, Sexuality, and Chicana/o Studies

Final Discussion –Read, Answer Questions BASED ON READINGS. 10 Points.

Reading: Mascia Lees, Ch. 11, “Reproducing Gender Difference,” Gender & Difference, See the glossary of terms. Read p.254-359. Answer questions for discussion #

Each answer should be a complete paragraph rather than a two or three sentence answer):

1. Define "heteronormativity" and define "queer theory." Paraphrase rather than copy out of the book and demonstrate that you get the point and be clear about the definitions of the concepts.  

2. Explain the section: "constructing homosexuality".  How does same sex relationships cross culturally show that "homosexuality" as an idea is created or constructed? Give an example to illustrate.

3. Summarize the "Global news on Gays in Latin America" Surprising or not?(P.258)

View short animated film online; see link below: "Tom Boy" (15 Minutes). by Karleen Pendleton Jimenez. 

4. Summarize the plot, film: "TomBoy" ; identify three or more messages in the film. Would you show it to your little brother, sister, child? Why or why not?

5. Then, reflect on your own gender identity. Give three important events/examples that shaped your gender identity--your masculinity or your femininity and compare to the issues raised in the film. Be specific and descriptive!

6. Relate the concepts/ideas, "heteronormativity" and "queer theory" presented in Ch11. pages 253 through 259 to the film.   Explain how each concept relates to the film "Tom Boy" and to your observations and or experiences regarding your own childhood and gender roles.  How are they different? Similar? or Other relationship? Think critically?

OPTIONAL DISCUSSION/REFLECTION. CAN BE USED TO REPLACE ONE LOW DISCUSSION/QUIZ SCORE OR MISSED DISCUSSION/QUIZ SCORE: IN THREE WELL DEVELOPED PARAGRAPHS THOUGHTFULLY REFLECT ON WHAT YOU WILL REMEMBER FROM THE READINGS AND/OR OTHER COURSE MATERIALS—BE SPECIFIC AND EXPLAIN WHY! WHAT SUGGESTIONS TO YOU HAVE FOR OTHER TOPICS, ASSIGNMENTS OR OTHER FOR COURSE? – 4 POINTS

NO FINAL EXAM