Feminist Research Methods

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This course examines approaches to research and research methodologies pertaining to the investigation of women, gender, and sexuality. These research methods will focus on how feminist scholars have used methodology and theories in their fields of knowledge.. The course will also provide students with basic tools to apply social science feminist methods in their own research, such as how to incorporate feminist theories, how to develop research questions and hypothesis, the use of a variety of sources, the critical and ethical use of evidence, and the planning and structure of a research project. This course will provide the basis for WS499 WGS Senir Capstone where students will produce elaborated research projects.