Author Description
Questions of Gender is a text/reader featuring readings on various topics related to the intersection of Gender Studies and Psychology, designed specifically for an undergraduate audience. With coverage of such key topics as Defining Sex and Gender, Cross Cultural Perspective on Gender, Gender Identity, Gender and Relationships, the text can either be used as a main text or a supplementary reader. Questions of Gender includes many challenging primary sources written by important gender scholars, and each piece is framed by useful pedagogy (introductory essays, review questions, reflection questions, chapter summaries, key terms) to aid in student comprehension. Among the contributors are the following notable male and female gender scholars: Anne Fausto-Sterling, Janet Hyde, David Buss, Kay Deaux, Patricia Hill-Collins, Kenneth Dion, Alice Eagly, Michael Kaufman & Harry Brod, Susan Fiske, Rhoda Unger, and many more.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the complex intersection of psychology and gender studies to define how biological, social, and cultural factors shape human identity. Authors Anne L. Law and Dina L. Anselmi curate a collection of primary source readings from prominent scholars, providing a structured framework that bridges theoretical research with practical undergraduate application. The volume utilizes pedagogical tools to guide students through the multifaceted debates surrounding gender roles, identity formation, and interpersonal relationships.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive coverage of gender identity, cross-cultural perspectives, and gendered relationship dynamics.
- Pedagogical support including introductory essays, review questions, reflection prompts, and key term definitions.
- Primary source contributions from established scholars such as Anne Fausto-Sterling, Janet Hyde, and Patricia Hill-Collins.
Scope Limits
- The text is specifically curated for an undergraduate academic audience and may lack the depth required for advanced doctoral research.
- It focuses primarily on the intersection of psychology and gender, potentially omitting broader historical or political contexts.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators frequently utilize this text as a foundational reader for undergraduate courses due to its balanced inclusion of diverse scholarly perspectives. Experts note that the pedagogical framing effectively translates dense academic research into accessible material for students new to the field.
Page Count:
800
Publication Date:
1997-12-01
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages
ISBN-10:
0070060177
ISBN-13:
9780070060173
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