Sociology of children
Proposed to be offered next in 1998
Marianne Robinson
8 points
* Equivalent to 3 hours per week
* First semester
*
Gippsland/Distance
* Prerequisites: GSC1201, GSC1202 or equivalents
Objectives On successful completion of this subjects students should understand the position of children in Australian and other societies; critically examine beliefs about children and child raising practices; engage in both independent and cooperative work and develop a theoretical understanding of childhood.
Synopsis This subject examines the position of children in the social structure of Australian society. It covers the major institutions that shape the experience of childhood and current social concerns about the position of children. Major topics include gender socialisation, children's position within the family and the society, theories of parenting, children's rights, and issues such as homelessness and abuse. Students' work in the subject will progress from a review of everyday knowledge of childhood to the development of a critical understanding of the social construction of childhood.
Assessment Assignment one (1800 words): 30%
* Assignment two (1800
words): 30%
* Essay (2400 words): 40%
Prescribed texts
Davies B Frogs and snails and feminist tales Allen and Unwin, 1989
Evans T A gender agenda Allen and Unwin, 1988
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