COMM 237 - Communication and Gender

Lecture Hours: 4
Credit Hours: 4

Examines the role of gender in communication and identifies personal and public factors involved in communication between men and women. Includes current theories of gender development; the historical bases and evolution of women’s and men’s movements; gender-differentiated language and conversation styles; strategies for improving gendered communication; gender stereotypes; the influence of media on gendered roles; and the issues of perception, power, and privilege in relation to gender.

Prerequisite: Placement into WR 115 (or higher), or completion of WR 090 (or higher) with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Recommended: Placement into WR 121 (or higher), or completion of WR 115 (or higher) with a grade of C or better.