Motivation to Teach Social Action:
I want to explore strategies and approaches that effectively bridge theory and practice in my classes. My goal is for students to not only understand the theories underlying structural inequalities but also to develop the skill sets necessary to actively engage in change and remedy these inequalities. This program offers an opportunity to enhance my teaching methods and empower students to become catalysts for real-world impact.Additionally, I'm interested in moving beyond the traditional end-of-semester paper. I'd like to have students develop a social action plan around an issue they are passionate about, providing a more dynamic and impactful learning experience.
Course Description:
This course introduces students to social action and social change through the application of intersectional feminist frameworks that are informed by the disciplines of Political Science and Women’s and Gender Studies. Bridging the social sciences and the humanities through case studies, theory, and practice, students will engage in social justice praxis: the process of learning theory, taking action, and reflecting. As an experiential learning course, students analyze power dynamics in sociopolitical arenas and will apply their learning to team-based, hands-on social change campaigns.
Syllabus:
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