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What is the goal of Critical Social Science?
What is the goal of Critical Social Science?
To expose surface illusions and uncover real structures in the material world in order to help people understand their situation and transform the world for the better.
Which of the following are different approaches to Critical Social Science?
Which of the following are different approaches to Critical Social Science?
- Feminist Theory (correct)
- Marxism (correct)
- Psychoanalysis (correct)
- Human Environment System (correct)
- All of the above (correct)
Feminist Theory is a radical notion that women are not people.
Feminist Theory is a radical notion that women are not people.
False (B)
According to Feminist Theory, what is the purpose of subordination and strategies used to elevate women's status in society?
According to Feminist Theory, what is the purpose of subordination and strategies used to elevate women's status in society?
Female Genital Mutilation is a form of gender oppression, according to Feminist Theory.
Female Genital Mutilation is a form of gender oppression, according to Feminist Theory.
What is the difference between sex and gender, according to the provided text?
What is the difference between sex and gender, according to the provided text?
What is gender ideology?
What is gender ideology?
What is gender oppression?
What is gender oppression?
Flashcards
Critical Social Science
Critical Social Science
A method of research that aims to uncover hidden truths and social structures to empower people and create positive change.
Sex
Sex
The biological differences between males and females.
Feminist Theory
Feminist Theory
A branch of critical social science that focuses on analyzing and challenging gender roles, inequalities, and oppression.
Gender
Gender
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Gender Ideology
Gender Ideology
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Gender Oppression
Gender Oppression
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FGM (Female Genital Mutilation)
FGM (Female Genital Mutilation)
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Psychoanalysis
Psychoanalysis
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Marxism
Marxism
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Human Environment System
Human Environment System
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Study Notes
Critical Social Science
- Analytical method to expose societal illusions, revealing underlying structures to help people understand and improve their situations.
Feminist Theory
- Radical view that women are people, explaining their oppression and strategies to improve their status.
- Promotes gender equality, believing women and men should be treated equally.
- Includes efforts to realize gender equality and address Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
Key Concepts
- Sex: Biological differences between males and females.
- Gender: Socially constructed attributes associated with being male or female, influencing roles in society.
- Gender Ideology: Societal attitudes regarding appropriate roles, rights, and responsibilities for men and women.
- Gender Oppression: Certain groups being privileged or disadvantaged due to gender.
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