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2017-2018 Course Catalog 
    
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GNDR 2099 - Gender Studies Certificate Capstone

Credits: 1
Hours/Week: Lecture 1Lab None
Course Description: This course will give students an opportunity to reflect on and synthesize the material completed for the Gender Studies Certificate. Students will complete a portfolio demonstrating their proficiency in the common learning outcomes recommended by the National Women’s Studies Association for the field of Gender Studies.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least three courses toward the GNDR Studies Certificate and consent of instructor. ENGL 1021  with a grade of C or higher.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content
  1. Academic and career paths for Women and Gender Studies majors and minors
  2. Instruction in eFolio and/or other relevant portfolio modalities
  3. Overview of portfolio requirements
  4. Review of selected NWSA Common Learning Outcomes for Women¿s Studies Programs
  5. Transfer options for WGST Certificate students

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course students will be able to:

  1. evaluate the application of Women and Gender Studies to their future academic and professional careers.
  2. produce written and/or oral reflections on their intellectual development with respect to the material they have studied.
  3. synthesize material from courses completed for the WGST Certificate.
  4. demonstrate mastery of selected NWSA ¿Common Learning Outcomes¿ for Women Studies Programs as appropriate to a 16-credit certificate award with written and/or oral examples.
  5. discuss the importance of critical self-analysis in understanding the perspectives and theories of Women and Gender Studies.


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