Theory Paper Proposal
The proposal must be two (2) double-spaced pages in length, and include:
A topic related to the course and course material (gender and/or gender inequality). Remember, the course takes an intersectional approach to gender by highlighting how race, class, immigration status, and sexuality help construct gender as a structure and a system of meaning and practice. Your project must take an intersectional approach (draw on the readings from the first six classes and multimedia pieces to understand intersectionality). Consider the following questions: How does this project utilize an intersectional approach?
Your project must also include:
- One clear research question (supporting questions can follow the original question)
- Objectives of this research (What’s the purpose of your research? Why are you asking these questions?)
- Stated relevance to Gender in Society (How does your project relate to the course material? And how does it build on relevant course readings and/or multi-media pieces?).
- An outline of the format for the final research project, which can take one of three forms: a) website/blog, b) podcast or documentary, or c) academic poster. Explain how you intend to set up your final project – e.g. sections, potential arguments, use of imagery and/or tweets, etc.
Annotated Bibliography
You will obtain and analyze six (6) peer-reviewed, academic journal articles and two (2) community and/or media sources (Total: 8 sources). These sources will provide and deepen your research-based knowledge on a course-related topic of your choosing. For each entry, you will write a bibliographic reference using APA format, followed by a specific six-sentence annotation.
As always, please consult Dr. Ali's full assignment guidelines in Cougar Courses.