Proseminar: Gender and queer studies 4219-ZP046
First, the course focuses on the research and writing process: it will develop skills such as searching for sources, evaluating and selecting them, formulating theses and constructing the argument, including proper paraphrasing, summarizing, quoting and attributing various types of sources. Second, the course deals with BA requirements – the specificity of BA theses and reviews. Third, the course acquaints students with basic research methods used in media and cultural studies, wih a special emphasis on gender and queer studies and its use in student's own analysis.
Preferably, at the end of the semester, students will have finished one chapter of their BA theses.
Type of course
obligatory courses
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student:
KNOWLEDGE:
- Understands the key concepts, theories, and research methods related to cultural/media studies,
- understants chosen themes of queer theory and theory of gender,
- Is aware of the specific requirements for academic work.
- Understands the procedures and norms of the research process.
- Recognizes the differences between academic and non-academic texts, sources, and language.
- Understands the issue of academic integrity and intellectual property, and is aware of the consequences of plagiarism.
SKILLS:
- Can properly plan and conduct a cultural/media analysis on a chosen example, using elements of gender / queer theories.
- Is able to organize the research process leading to the writing of a bachelor's thesis.
- Possesses the necessary skills to evaluate sources (including primary sources and literature).
- Can produce a coherent and logical written argument in English.
- Knows how to document work in the Chicago style and avoid plagiarism.
- Can present research in an accessible and engaging manner.
- Understands the principles of text editing in English.
SOCIAL COMPETENCES:
- Can assess the work of others respectfully and provide constructive criticism.
Assessment criteria
Active participation and in-class/homework assignments 20%
Final project 70% (lit review 10%, research proposal 10%; the first draft of the final paper 40%, the second draft of the final paper 10%)
In-class presentation 10%.
Grading scale:
Below 60 points - 2 (failed)
60-67 - 3 (satisfactory)
68-74 - 3
75-82 - 4 (good)
83-89 - 4,5
90-100 - 5 (very good)
Bibliography
Booth, Wayne C. et al. The Craft of Research. Chicago: The University of Chicago Press, 1995.
The Chicago Manual of Style. The Essential Guide for Writers, Editors, and Publishers. 15th Edition.
Kirszner, Laurie G., and Stephen R. Mandell. The Patterns for College Writing: A Rhetorical Reader and Guide, Boston: Bedford/St. Martin’s, 2015.
Lipson, Charles. How to Write a BA Thesis: A Practical Guide from Your First Ideas to Your Finished Paper. The University of Chicago Press, 2005.
Ott, Brian L, and Robert L. Mack. Critical Media Studies: An Introduction. Wiley Blackwell, 2014.
Additional information
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