Examines the gendered dynamics of social relations in social institutions and interactions. We ask the questions: Why do men and women appear to be so different? Why are men and women found in different places in society? Why do gender inequalities persist? This course takes a sociological, intersectional, evidence-based approach to understanding gender as social. Provide students with practice in critical thinking skills as well as an overview of how feminist, social scientists think about gender.

Prerequisites: Upper-division standing.

4

Units

Optional

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

Upper division only

Level Limit

Letters and science

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Tagart Sobotka
4.4
7 reviews

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11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
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SOC134 . 5 Months Ago

He is so nice and understanding. He cares about our opinions and makes the classroom environment feel safe. I would recommend a class with him!

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SOC134 . 7 Months Ago

My new favorite Professor at UCSB. Seriously the kindest and most passionate teacher I've had here. His TA for his gender class last quarter sucked, but that had nothing to do with Sobotka's teaching style. I'm taking 2 more of his classes this quarter because of how understanding and chill he is. He cares about his students and what he's teaching.

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SOC134 . 7 Months Ago

Have had many classes with him. He assigns a bit of reading, but as long as you understand the main points you will be fine, he also goes over them in lecture. He does assign group projects, but has very open communication about group contribution/participation. Just study and go to class, you will be good. You also give reviews for your grade.

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SOC134 . 7 Months Ago

This professor is incredibly kind. You do have to come to class and stay on top of reading, but if you do that you will pass easily. His exams are not difficult, just covering the basic stuff you covered in class. He is incredibly flexible and wants you to succeed. There is a survey for the group projects to ensure you get the grade you deserve!!

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SOC134 . 8 Months Ago

Professor Sobotka was very nice and generally seemed like he really cared about his students, but this class was a mess. 5 reading reflections, if you get points taken off, there is no explanation. There are also two very hard exams, and the study guide does not prepare you for anything. He also has a group project where he picks groups.

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SOC134 . 8 Months Ago

Very nice and funny guy. His lectures were engaging and easy to understand. There is a final group project and there are two in-person tests, but the tests are mainly about lectures not really readings. I never did the readings and still did good.

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