Gender and Intersectionality
To be successful in this CR you must do the following:
I. Explain the theory of intersectionality (4O points)
• This requires that you write about (1) its history and origins and most importantly, its (2) principles
• If done well, this will take a minimum of two paragraphs
II. Apply the theory of intersectionality to a social problem of your choice (25 points)
• Briefly describe the social problem
• Explain how the theory of intersectionality can help us deepen our understanding of this social problem/topic relative to social stratification and social structure
• Again, it is important to bring examples from the scholarship we are reading
III. What are your thoughts on this theory? (15 points)
• Critique/Affirm the theory
• Explain your stance/opinion
Must be single space and APA in text citation