GS202 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Queer Theory, Genderqueer, Syphilis
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Tracing ways in which a concept has been defined and operationalized in the literature. Clarify on differing definitions (past usages) and bust potential preconceived notions. Describe briefly history of topic identifying key landmarks studies. Show how key terms have been defined and used. Show what contribution your research will make. Overrepresentation of queer/trans people amongst homeless population. High rates of mental health issues amongst trans population. Show major issues or practical problems to identify gap. Concerns, dilemmas, conflicts that arrive over proper way to conduct research. Ex. giving money to those who need it. Related to both subject matter (what is researched) and conduct of research (how it"s researched) Ethical concerns interwoven through every step of methodology. Disciplinary norms and guidelines (anthro, polisci, socio ) Local protocols; informal leaders, elders, etc (watch clip) Ex. cultural norms (indonesia; yes can mean no) 1932; before penicillin was available; continued until 1972.
