The notions of masculinity vs. femininity, gender stereotypes, gender role beliefs, and patriarchal traditions are some of the factors that lead to gender discrimination, female subordination, and gender based violence at different levels in societies and cultures. Media plays a crucial role in the transformation or stagnation of a society. Factors that lead to gender inequality and gender-based violence, sexual harassment, domestic violence, and intimate partner violence are discussed, as well as how the content of film, television, news media, social media, and advertising affects social constructs of gender in a given society.
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For the course to be arranged there is a minimum limit of 6 local students, which will be confirmed on January 7.
After the end of the course the students will be able to make theoretical and analytical analyses of gender across different cultures and societies. Different forms of gender based violence and key concepts of media and its forms are also included as well as representations of gender, and gender based violence in mainstream and social media.
Students should study at Master’s level and have a suitable academic background to be able to take this course.
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Mandatory teaching sessions via Zoom: 15.1, 22.1, 29.1, 1.2, 5.2.2027 at 5.00-8:15 PM Finnish time.
Please note! Working camera and microphone is needed for participation in the course.
Lectures. Written assignments. Active participation.
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