Feminism and Social Justice

  • 4.8
Approx. 8 hours to complete

Course Summary

Explore the concepts of feminism and social justice and learn how they intersect with each other in this course. Gain a deeper understanding of the various forms of oppression and how they can be addressed.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the core concepts of feminism and social justice
  • Explore the intersection of feminism and social justice
  • Learn about different forms of oppression and how to address them

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

  • Gender Equality Advocate
    • USA: $45,000 - $100,000
    • India: INR 6,00,000 - INR 15,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000 - €60,000
  • Diversity and Inclusion Officer
    • USA: $70,000 - $150,000
    • India: INR 8,00,000 - INR 20,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €70,000
  • Human Rights Advocate
    • USA: $40,000 - $90,000
    • India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 12,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €50,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Gain a deeper understanding of feminism and social justice
  • Learn to recognize and address different forms of oppression
  • Develop skills to promote gender equality and diversity and inclusion

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge or experience is required
  • Open-mindedness and willingness to learn and engage in discussions

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • Video Lectures

Similar Courses

  • Gender and Sexuality: Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
  • Critical Race Theory

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Notable People in This Field

  • Author and Activist
  • Filmmaker and Activist

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Description

"Feminism and Social Justice" is an adaptation of Distinguished Professor Bettina Aptheker's long-running course at UC Santa Cruz. In the course, Professor Aptheker presents a broad definition of feminism that serves to frame three significant events in the history of feminism and social justice: the Empire Zinc strike of 1951, the 1971-1972 trial of Angela Davis, and the #metoo Movement.

Outline

  • What is feminism?
  • Introduction to "Feminism & Social Justice"
  • Defining Feminism
  • Bettina’s working definition of feminism
  • Defining Feminism
  • Salt of the Earth
  • Salt of the Earth (1954) (Entire Film)
  • Salt of the Earth
  • Salt of the Earth
  • Free Angela!
  • Free Angela!
  • Free Angela!
  • The #metoo Movement
  • #metoo
  • #metoo

Summary of User Reviews

The Feminism and Social Justice course on Coursera received positive reviews for its comprehensive approach in addressing issues related to gender, race, and social inequality. Many users found the course to be informative and thought-provoking, with a great emphasis on intersectionality.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course was highly praised for its emphasis on intersectionality, exploring how various forms of oppression intersect and affect each other.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Comprehensive coverage of topics related to feminism and social justice
  • Engaging and thought-provoking content
  • Emphasis on intersectionality
  • Easy to follow lectures and assignments
  • Great resources and references provided

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course content to be too dense
  • A few technical issues with the platform were reported
  • Not all topics were covered in depth
  • Some users felt that the course could have included more diverse perspectives
  • Not suitable for those looking for a basic introduction to feminism and social justice.
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Approx. 8 hours to complete
Bettina Aptheker
University of California, Santa Cruz
Coursera

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Bettina Aptheker

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