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SoSe 20: Introduction to Gender Studies in Art History

Agata Pietrasik

Information for students

The event will take place in an alternative, contact-free form. Separate information about the exact schedule will be provided in Blackboard.

Additional information / Pre-requisites

Blackboard, Webex

Comments

In 2019 the Merriam-Webster dictionary declared the gender neutral pronoun “they” as the most important English word of the year. This demonstrates that the ideas and methodologies which emerged over the last 50 years from the field of gender studies are absolutely critical not only for current academic debates but also necessary for participating in contemporary culture. This course introduces students to fundamental texts for gender studies and demonstrates their validity for art history through combining theoretical readings with selected case studies focusing on key modern and contemporary artists. Active learning will be encouraged through case-based problem assignments, small-group discussions and excursions. The objective of the class is to provide students with a foundation that will enable them to use concepts and methodologies of gender studies confidently in their future endeavours. Assessment will be based on class participation and preparation of individual short presentations by up to 2 students for each class. The seminar will be mainly held in English and encourages students to improve their academic language skills in a supportive environment close