GEC 10 Gender & Society: Course Overview

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What is the primary basis for evaluating attendance in the described course?

  • Number of absences and tardiness. (correct)
  • Quality of participation in class discussions.
  • Completion of extra credit assignments.
  • Overall academic performance in the course.

According to the course requirements, what is the penalty for late submission of outputs or activities?

  • Automatic failure for the assignment.
  • Deduction of 5 points from the grade. (correct)
  • An opportunity to submit an alternative assignment.
  • A warning and a request for explanation.

Which of the following is explicitly prohibited during examinations, according to the course requirements?

  • Cheating of any kind. (correct)
  • Using a calculator for complex calculations.
  • Collaborating with classmates on answers.
  • Referring to personal notes.

What aspect of using AI tools is emphasized in the course guidelines?

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In the context of performance tasks and activities, what does the course ensure will be provided?

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According to the grading system, what percentage does class standing contribute to the final grade?

<p>50% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the grading system includes both midterm and final examinations?

<p>Periodic Examination (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If 'Recitation/Presentation' is 20% and 'written activities/assignments/homework' is 10%, what percentage together do they contribute to the final grade?

<p>30% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does understanding inequality, as emphasized in the course, contribute to societal improvement?

<p>By revealing disparities in power, opportunity, and resources between genders. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of 'Challenging Stereotypes,' what is the primary goal of studying gender and society?

<p>To change unfair ideas about what men and women should and should not do. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact does studying gender and society have on the creation of better policies?

<p>It helps create fairer rules and policies by understanding gender issues. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the study of gender and society connect to the achievement of 'Fairness for All'?

<p>By showing how gender interacts with other issues like race and class, to make society more just and equal. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of 'Understanding Each Other' in the context of studying gender and society?

<p>To help people understand their own and others’ gender roles better, leading to better relationships. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'Making a Difference' when studying gender and society?

<p>It encourages people to push for changes that make life better and fairer for everyone. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the statistics provided, approximately what percentage of managerial positions globally were occupied by women in 2019?

<p>28% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of enterprises had a female CEO in 2022, according to the data presented?

<p>18% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 2020, what percentage of parliament seats were occupied by women, based on the information given?

<p>25% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the statistics, what percentage of Cabinet positions were occupied by women in 2020?

<p>22% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Approximately what fraction of women worldwide has experienced physical and/or sexual violence?

<p>1/3 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Approximately how many women are killed every day by their intimate partner or a family member?

<p>137 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Approximately how many countries have laws on domestic violence?

<p>153 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the statistics, how many Filipino women aged 15 to 49 experienced any form of physical, sexual and emotional violence from their current partner?

<p>One every four (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the 1987 Philippine Constitution, Article II, Section 14, what role does the State recognize for women?

<p>Participants in nation-building. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Republic Act No. 9710?

<p>Protection for Women (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international agreement focuses on eliminating all forms of discrimination against women?

<p>Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Beijing Platform for Action (BFPA) in the context of gender and society?

<p>It sets strategic objectives and actions for the advancement of women and the achievement of gender equality. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What document from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) provides a legal basis for gender and society studies in the curriculum?

<p>CHED Memorandum Order No. 01, Series of 2015 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following achievements by women would have global and national implications?

<p>A woman breaking the glass ceiling by becoming head of state. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered the most relevant to understanding social progress?

<p>Number of women participating in politics. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does studying Gender and Society help to challenge stereotypes?

<p>By analyzing and disproving them. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is most likely to be affected by the number of women in parliament?

<p>Laws about parental leave. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most relevant reason for the increased focus on studies of Gender and Society in higher education?

<p>Increased awareness of gender disparity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best illustrates the role of studying Gender and Society in understanding each other?

<p>Valuing diversity of social identities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is originality of work so important?

<p>A and C (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which course requirement ensures fairness to those of differing backgrounds?

<p>Rubrics giving in every performance task (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does gender-based online sexual harassment matter in the modern world?

<p>Gender-based online sexual harrassment continues to rise, and affects both women and men. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Understanding Inequality

The study of gender and society helps to reveal and analyze the disparities in power, opportunity, and resources between genders.

Challenging Stereotypes

The study of gender and society helps challenge and change unfair ideas about what men and women should and should not do.

Better Policies

The study of gender and society helps create fairer rules and policies by understanding gender issues, making sure everyone gets a fair chance.

Fairness for All

The study of gender and society shows how gender interacts with other issues like race and class, helping to make society more just and equal.

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Understanding Each Other

The study of gender and society helps people understand their own and others' gender roles better, leading to better relationships.

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Making a Difference

The study of gender and society encourages people to push for changes that make life better and fairer for everyone.

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Who is Melchora Aquino?

A Filipina known for her bravery during the Philippine Revolution, providing aid to revolutionaries.

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What is Magna Carta for Women?

Republic Act No. 9710, ensures women's rights and empowerment in the Philippines.

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What is CEDAW?

An international agreement combating discrimination against women, ratified by many countries.

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What does the 1987 Philippine Constitution state?

The State recognizes the role of women in nation-building, and shall ensure the fundamental equality before the law of women and men.

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What is the Beijing Platform for Action?

A convention setting strategic goals and actions for the advancement of women and achievement of gender equality.

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What is course requirement no. 1?

Output/activities must be submitted on time. Minus 5 will be deducted for late submission.

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What is course requirement no. 3?

Take the examination on time(midterm and final exam).

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Who are Marie Curie, Florence Nightingale, Mother Teresa, Melchora Aquino, Josefa Llanes Escoda, and Corazon Aquino?

Important people in history

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Study Notes

  • GEC 10 is a course on Gender & Society, instructed by Arlan Corea Binas.

Course Requirements

  • Outputs and activities must be submitted on time, with a deduction of 5 points for late submissions.
  • Cheating during examinations is strictly prohibited.
  • Exams must be taken on time, including midterm and final exams.
  • Projects must be submitted on time.
  • The use of ChatGPT or other AI is allowed, but originality is important.
  • Rubrics will be provided for every performance task or activity.

Grading System

  • Class standing accounts for 50% of the final grade, including attendance (5%), recitation/presentation (20%), and written activities, assignments, and homework (10%).
  • Projects make up 20% of the final grade, including group presentations and integrative papers.
  • Periodic Examinations (Midterm and Final) contribute 30% to the final grade.
  • Total grading is 100%

Why Study Gender & Society?

  • Studying Gender & Society helps reveal and analyze disparities in power, opportunity, and resources between genders, contributing to efforts to address and reduce inequality.
  • It challenges and changes unfair ideas about what men and women should and should not do, addressing stereotypes.
  • It helps create fairer rules and policies by understanding gender issues, ensuring everyone gets a fair chance, leading to better policies.
  • It helps to make society more just and equal; shows how gender interacts with fairness for all.
  • It helps people understand their own and others' gender roles better, leading to understanding each other and better relationships.
  • It encourages people to push for changes that make life better and fairer for everyone leading to making a difference.

Famous Women

  • Marie Curie
  • Florence Nightingale
  • Mother Teresa
  • Melchora Aquino
  • Josefa Llanes Escoda
  • Corazon Aquino

Implication of Achievements for women?

  • It is important to know the global and national implications of such achievements for women.

Situation of Women Worldwide

  • In 2019, 47% of women of working age joined the labor market.
  • In 2019, 28% of managerial positions globally were occupied by women.
  • In 2022, 18% of enterprises had female CEOs.
  • In 2020, 25% of parliament seats were occupied by women.
  • In 2020, 22% of Cabinet positions were occupied by women.
  • 1/3 of women worldwide experienced physical and/or sexual violence.
  • Everyday 137 women are killed by their intimate partner or a family member.
  • Laws on domestic violence are not yet universally available, with only 153 countries having such laws.
  • One in four married Filipino women aged 15 to 49 experience physical, sexual, and emotional violence from their current partner.
  • Gender-based online sexual harassment continues to rise.
  • CHED Memorandum Order No. 01, Series of 2015.
  • Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW).
  • 1987 Constitution, Article II, Section 14 recognizes the role of women in nation-building and ensures fundamental equality.
  • Republic Act No. 9710 - Magna Carta for Women.
  • Beijing Platform for Action (BFPA).

Task

  • Discuss how studying Gender & Society is relevant to the student’s course.

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