SOC 367 - Soc of Gender
Summer 2012
Section 001: B032 JFSB on M W F from 1:00 pm - 2:50 pm
Instructor Information
Name: Colleen Johnson
Email: colleen7@byu.edu
Office Hours: Only By Appointment
Course Information
Description
Sociology, as a discipline, is basically about learning how to interpret facts through theoretical
frameworks. Through course readings, lectures, and student participation, this course will provide an
overview of the theoretical frameworks through which gender is considered within the discipline of
sociology. We will examine how gender organizes our social experiences.
At the conclusion of this course, we will emerge more capable of sociological inquiry and perceptive
of the ways individuals produce and reproduce gender. These abilities will enable us to better
address and articulate issues of inequality, injustice, and imbalance, as well as identify progress, in
the varied experiences of men and women.
Texts and Materials
Item
Vendor
Price (new) Price (used)
SOCIOLOGY OF GENDER 2E Required
by WHARTON, A
Edition 2
ISBN: 9780470655689
BYU Bookstore
$46.95
$35.25
Learning Outcomes
Sociology Program Outcomes
The program objectives for the Sociology B.S. degree are:

Instruction in
 the major substantive areas of sociological analysis, including social interaction, community,
family, social change and globalization, institutions, complex organizations, and deviance;
 the diversity of social life, the origins of inequality, social conflict, and the relations of power in
modern society;
 the theoretical perspectives that inform sociological analysis;
 the diversity of research methodologies that inform sociological analysis (e.g. experimental,
survey, ethnography, discourse analysis, historical-comparative, etc.);
 accessing, reviewing, and analyzing current sociological literature and in the development of
sociological arguments in written form.
Soc 367 Outcomes
Students will:
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7.
Gain an overview of ways gender is considered within the discipline of sociology and understand the main
theoretical perspectives
Be able to apply gendered perspectives to everyday living.
Learn the limitations of extrapolating from their own experience and will be able to articulate how the life
experience of others may differ from their own.
Know how race, class, and/or gender intersect with other social categories to create a variety of life
experiences and influence the life chances of individuals.
Be able to articulate the sources of social conflict and describe the relations of power in modern society.
Know the major controversies and debates, new developments, emerging issues, and current trends
within substantive areas.
Be able to critically assess the strengths and weaknesses of current sociological theories and research
relating to substantive areas.
Grading Scale
Grade
Percent
A
93% to 100%
A-
90% to 92%
B+
87% to 89%
B
83% to 86%
B-
80% to 82%
C+
77% to 79%
C
73% to 76%
C-
70% to 72%
D+
67% to 69%
D
63% to 66%
D-
60% to 62%
E
0% to 59%
Grading Policy
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
Late work is permitted one time during the semester on any assignment except for an exam or
Phase 3 of the final paper. You have one 48-hour reprieve to be used at your discretion.
Assignments will generally be turned in through Learning Suite, so late assignments must be emailed stating you are using your reprieve.
If you have a concern with a grade, you have one week from the date the assignment is
returned to you to appeal it.
Participation Policy
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Throughout this course, you will be introduced to sociological perspectives on sex and gender
that you may disagree with. Please be respectful of your classmates and recognize that
discriminatory language, particularly as we discuss sexism, sexual orientation, and other
sensitive topics, will not be tolerated.

It is not appropriate to use cell phones to text or computers to surf the web during class, and
this will be docked from participation points if it becomes distracting. Please make this class
interesting by contributing your thoughts.
Attendance Policy

Your daily attendance is very important and will be measured through random daily quizzes.
Assignment Descriptions
Attendance Quizzes:
Class attendance will be graded based on pop quizzes. These quizzes may be given during the
beginning, middle, or end of class. If you walk in later, you will not be able to take the quiz. There will
be 20 attendance quiz points that count toward your grade. Attendance quizzes may be made up for
University excused absences only.
Response Papers:
Response papers will be due every Friday, submitted to Blackboard, before the beginning of class
(12:45pm). There will be a total of 5 response papers. Response papers should be 1-2 doublespaced pages in response to a prompt on Blackboard. Answer the prompt thoughtfully, incorporating
sociological concepts from the readings and applicable personal experiences.
Response Paper Rubric
10 : Answered the full question, demonstrating that you read and understood the theories by
naming and giving examples of them. Applied the theories to your own experience as
prompted.
7: Failed to answer part of the questions or did not give examples and definitions
to fully demonstrate that you read and understood the theories.
5: Failed to answer the questions or demonstrated that you did not read the articles or
understand the theories.
0: Did not turn it in or did not meet the page minimum (at least one page).
Exams:
There will be 2 exams (one midterm and one final) worth 100 points each. These exams will consist
of multiple choice and short answer questions.
Final Paper:
For this paper, you will apply one of the theoretical perspectives we learn in class to a substantive
area of gender that interests you. This project is due in three parts and will be submitted via Learning
Suite. Each paper must be written in Word, with Times New Roman 12 pt font, 1" margins at all
sides, and in APA or ASA format.
Phase 1: Proposal of your research topic (20 points)
This should be a 1-page document (no cover page needed for this phase) with the following
sections:
Section 1: Your research topic, what theoretical perspective you will apply to it, and why it is an
important area of study.
Section 2: Your thesis statement. Include the main points that you will elaborate on in your paper to
support your thesis claim.
Section 3: Annotated Bibliography. 5-7 articles for your paper, along with a brief summary of each
article.
Phase 2: Literature Review (50 points)
A 5-6-page paper (not including cover or reference pages) exploring recent, relevant research and
analysis on your topic. There is a minimum of 8 sources.
Phase 3: Final Paper (80 points)
An 8-10 page final paper (not including cover or reference pages).
Section 1: Introduction
Section 2: Revised Lit Review
Section 3: Discussion and Conclusion-Compare your theoretical perspective with the findings from
the lit review. Summarize the main points of your paper.
Presentation: Every person will take about 5 minutes to present the findings of their research.
Extra Credit:
Up to 10 points of extra credit will be offered through outside class activities.
Point Breakdown
Assignments
Total Points
Quizzes
Response Papers
Exams
Project Paper
Points
420
20
50
200
150
Schedule
Date
M - Jun
18
W - Jun
20
Topics
Assignments
Introduction and Syllabus
Wharton Chapter 1: pg. 1-20
Sex, Gender, and Sex Category
Sex and Gender Theories
Sex and Gender: Individual level
Connell, Ch. 3 (Learning Suite)
Wharton Chapter 2: pg. 25-26, p. 33-49
Response 1
F - Jun
22
Sex and Gender: Interaction Level
Wharton Chapter 3: pg. 59-72, 81-86
Gendered Interactions
West and Zimmerman (1987) pg. 125-137
Thorne, Ch. 5
M - Jun
25
W - Jun
27
Gendered Spheres and Borderwork
Thorne, Ch. 7
Gender, Culture, and
Intersectionality
West and Fernstermaker (1995)
Femininities
Schrock, Douglas and Schwalbe (2009)
Collins, Patricia (1995), Pages 491-494
Masculinities
Response 2
F - Jun
29
Young Masculinities
Gender and LGBT Identities
Kimmell (2010)
Herek, Cogan, and Gillis (2002)
Wharton Chapter 3: p. 86-93
M - Jul
02
Sex and Gender: Institutional Level
Wilcox (2004)
Gender and Religion
Smith (1980)
Gender and LDS Faith
Soper (2010)
W - Jul
04
F - Jul
06
Independence Day Holiday
Gender and the Family
Williams, Ch. 1 (p. 13-39)
Date
Topics
Gender and Carework
Assignments
Wharton Chapter 5: pg. 159-175
Williams Ch. 2 (p. 40-63)
Response 3
Harrison (2003)
M - Jul
09
Gender and the Media- Killing Us
Softly
Phase 1
W - Jul
11
Gender and the Media- Tough
Guise
Kimmel (2011) Ch. 10
F - Jul
13
Exam 1 in Testing Center
No readings
Exam 1 in Testing Center, Jul. 12-Jul. 13
Exam 1
M - Jul
16
W - Jul
18
The Ideal Worker
Williams Ch. 3 (p. 64-96)
Sex Segregated Work and Forms of
Harassment
Wharton Chapter 6: p. 190-213
Wharton Chapter 6: p. 213-220
Wage Discrimination
Williams (1992)
Masculinities and Carework
Paul (2002)
Douglas and Michaels (2004)
F - Jul
20
Gender and Mommy Wars
Gender and the State
Williams, Ch. 7
Response 4
Kimmell (2008)
M - Jul
23
W - Jul
25
Gender and Violence
Phase 2
Gender Historically
Hardy (2009)
Date
Topics
First Wave of Feminism
Assignments
Peril (2006), Ch. 1
Staggenborg (1998), Ch. 3
F - Jul
27
Between the Waves
Second Wave Feminism
M - Jul
30
Postfeminism
Third Wave Feminism, social
change, and you
Friedan (1963)
Response 5
Negra (2008)
Wharton Chapter 7: p. 225-242
W - Aug
01
Special Topic
F - Aug
03
No Class
Work on Final Paper and Presentations
Paper Presentations
Final Paper due at the beginning of class
(1pm) Monday, Aug. 6
M - Aug
06
Phase 3 (Final Paper)
In-class Final Review
Th - Aug
09
Final Exam:
Testing Center
Final Exam in the Testing Center, Aug 8-9th
Exam 2
University Policy
Honor Code
In keeping with the principles of the BYU Honor Code, students are expected to be honest in all of their
academic work. Academic honesty means, most fundamentally, that any work you present as your own must in
fact be your own work and not that of another. Violations of this principle may result in a failing grade in the
course and additional disciplinary action by the university. Students are also expected to adhere to the Dress
and Grooming Standards. Adherence demonstrates respect for yourself and others and ensures an effective
learning and working environment. It is the university's expectation, and my own expectation in class, that each
student will abide by all Honor Code standards. Please call the Honor Code Office at 422-2847 if you have
questions about those standards.
Sexual Harassment
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination against any participant in an
educational program or activity that receives federal funds. The act is intended to eliminate sex discrimination
in education and pertains to admissions, academic and athletic programs, and university-sponsored activities.
Title IX also prohibits sexual harassment of students by university employees, other students, and visitors to
campus. If you encounter sexual harassment or gender-based discrimination, please talk to your professor;
contact the Equal Employment Office at 801-422-5895 or 1-888-238-1062 (24-hours), or
http://www.ethicspoint.com; or contact the Honor Code Office at 801-422-2847.
Student Disability
Brigham Young University is committed to providing a working and learning atmosphere that reasonably
accommodates qualified persons with disabilities. If you have any disability which may impair your ability to
complete this course successfully, please contact the Services for Students with Disabilities Office (422-2767).
Reasonable academic accommodations are reviewed for all students who have qualified, documented
disabilities. Services are coordinated with the student and instructor by the SSD Office. If you need assistance
or if you feel you have been unlawfully discriminated against on the basis of disability, you may seek resolution
through established grievance policy and procedures by contacting the Equal Employment Office at 422-5895,
D-285 ASB.
Respectful Environment
" Sadly, from time to time, we do hear reports of those who are at best insensitive and at worst insulting in their
comments to and about others... We hear derogatory and sometimes even defamatory comments about those
with different political, athletic, or ethnic views or experiences. Such behavior is completely out of place at BYU,
and I enlist the aid of all to monitor carefully and, if necessary, correct any such that might occur here, however
inadvertent or unintentional. I worry particularly about demeaning comments made about the career or major
choices of women or men either directly or about members of the BYU community generally. We must
remember that personal agency is a fundamental principle and that none of us has the right or option to criticize
the lawful choices of another. " President Cecil O. Samuelson, Annual University Conference, August 24, 2010
" Occasionally, we ... hear reports that our female faculty feel disrespected, especially by students, for choosing
to work at BYU, even though each one has been approved by the BYU Board of Trustees. Brothers and sisters,
these things ought not to be. Not here. Not at a university that shares a constitution with the School of the
Prophets." Vice President John S. Tanner, Annual University Conference, August 24, 2010