KE00AR81 Feminist Knowledges (5 cr)
Cooperation network course
Network: Network for Gender Studies Hilma
Available for: Doctoral studies, Master's students, Bachelor's students and Bachelor's and Master's students
This course is offered through the Network for Hilma. These studies are available for bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree students studying in the University of Jyväskylä.
Description
Epistemological and methodological discussions in feminist knowledge production:
* gender responsibility and critical knowledge production
* methodological challenges and solutions in feminist research
* ethical challenges concerning research
* power and reflexivity in research
Learning outcomes
This course explores feminist research methods and theoretical discussions in feminist knowledge making. Through concise introductory video lectures by guest lecturers and assigned readings, you will explore various methodological traditions and contemplate what defines methods and methodologies as feminist.
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
* describe and analyze feminist epistemological and methodological discussions
* analyze and reflect knowledge critically
* understand ethical challenges concerning feminist research
* identify challenges related to power and develop a reflexive approach to knowledge
Additional information
Language of instruction: Finnish or English.
Description of prerequisites
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