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Doing Gender and Why it Matters
- Self-paced
- Free Access
- Fee-based Certificate
- 6 Sequences
- Introductive Level
Course details
Syllabus
How to explain and apply key theories and concepts relating to historical and contemporary definitions of and perspectives on gender.
How to examine the immediate and long-term implications of gender inequality in different sectors drawing on contemporary challenges around gender
How to take actions to enhance your literacy around gender issues
How to cultivate a broadened perspective on gender, identity, and power in the daily lives of all global citizens.
Prerequisite
Instructors
Karen Laidler
Professor
University of Hong Kong
Carmen Tong
Lecturer
University of Hong Kong
Puja Kapai
Associate Professor
University of Hong Kong
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