Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ History and Culture
Explore LGBTQ+ identities, experiences, and activism through a comprehensive examination of history, terminology, and contemporary issues.
Explore LGBTQ+ identities, experiences, and activism through a comprehensive examination of history, terminology, and contemporary issues.
This comprehensive course delves into the rich history and contemporary understanding of LGBTQ+ identities and experiences. Led by expert instructors from the University of Colorado System, the course provides a thorough exploration of gender identity, sexuality, and queer theory. Students learn about major events in global LGBTQ history, examine local histories of queer and transgender communities, and analyze how these histories have shaped modern civil rights discussions. The curriculum covers essential terminology, challenges common assumptions about gender and sexuality, and addresses contemporary LGBTQ+ issues through an intersectional lens.
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What you'll learn
Understand the history and development of LGBTQ+ identities and activism
Master key terminology and concepts related to gender and sexuality
Analyze the social construction of gender, sex, and sexual identities
Explore intersectionality and its impact on LGBTQ+ experiences
Examine contemporary LGBTQ+ issues and their broader social implications
Develop critical thinking skills for addressing LGBTQ+ inclusion and equity
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This course includes:
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6 quizzes
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There are 6 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to LGBTQ+ identities, experiences, and activism. Students explore the social construction of gender and sexuality, examine key terminology and concepts, and analyze contemporary LGBTQ+ issues. The curriculum covers topics such as gender transition, intersex experiences, queer theory, and the intersection of LGBTQ+ identities with other social categories. Through engaging content and thoughtful discussion, learners develop a deeper understanding of LGBTQ+ histories and their impact on current civil rights movements.
Introduction to Queering Identities
Module 1 · 20 Minutes to complete
Terminology and Key Concepts
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
The Fiction of the Gender Binary
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Sexual Difference?
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
A Sexual History
Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete
Queering Issues
Module 6 · 6 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Senior Instructor
Jacob McWilliams serves as Director of both the Women & Gender Center at the University of Colorado Denver and the Gender & Sexuality Center at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Education with a concentration in Gender, Sexuality, and Policy Studies from Indiana University. His extensive career in education spans over two decades, beginning in 2002 across K-12 and higher education settings. On Coursera, his course "Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity" has reached over 29,816 students and maintains an exceptional 4.8/5 rating from 301 reviews. His research focuses on challenging gender binary assumptions and developing trans*literacies in educational settings. His work includes groundbreaking research on gender diversity in elementary classrooms and the development of inclusive educational practices. As a queer transgender man, he brings both personal insight and academic expertise to his role, addressing intersectional aspects of identity, privilege, and marginalization in educational contexts. His contributions to LGBTQ+ education and advocacy have been presented at numerous conferences and implemented in educational programs across the country.
Expert in Gender Studies and Critical Race Theory
Dr. Katy Mohrman is a Clinical Teaching Track Assistant Professor of Ethnic Studies at the University of Colorado Denver. She received her Ph.D. in American Studies with a minor in Feminist and Critical Sexuality Studies from the University of Minnesota. Her research brings gender and sexuality studies together with critical and comparative studies of race, ethnicity, and religion. More specifically, she is interested in gender, sexuality, and race in the contexts of Mormonism, US imperialism, and popular and visual culture. Dr. Mohrman has taught for facilitates a variety of courses in Ethnic Studies, History, Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies, and English. Currently, she teaches two First Year Seminars, “Stories We Tell: Explorations of Race, Ethnicity, and Culture” and “Queer Histories, Queer Lives: Introduction to Queer Studies,” as well as core and special topics courses such as “Race and Media,” “Race, Religion, and Belonging in the US,” “Research Methods in Ethnic Studies,” and “Women of Color Feminisms.”
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