12th Grade Women’s Studies
Social Studies
Curriculum
Course Title: 12th Grade Women’s Studies
Department: Social Studies
Primary Resource: Teacher – generated materials
Units of Study:
The Role of Media in Gender Roles
Gender Stereotyping
The Role of Women in Modern America
Violence and Gender Roles
Gender Roles in Other Countries
The Evolution of Gender Roles
Curriculum-Based Assessments: N/A
Standardized Assessments: N/A
Description of Course: Women Studies examines the rights and roles of women as they have evolved in the West. The course examines the status of American women as compared to men of other cultures and time periods. Students discuss and evaluate current issues affecting American women.