UPC: 9781939594273 | Introduction to Transgender Studies (Paperback)

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This is the first introductory textbook intended for transgender/trans studies at the undergraduate level. The book can also be used for related courses in LGBTQ queer and gender/feminist studies. It encompasses and connects global contexts intersecting identities historic and contemporary issues literature history politics art and culture. Ardel Haefele-Thomas embraces the richness of intersecting identities–how race ethnicity sexual orientation class nation religion and ability have cross-influenced to shape the transgender experience and trans culture across and beyond the binary. Written by an accomplished teacher with experience in a wide variety of higher learning institutions this new text inspires readers to explore not only contemporary transgender issues and experiences but also the global history of gender diversity through the ages. Introduction to Transgender Studies features: -A welcoming approach that creates a safe space for a wide range of students from those who have never thought about gender issues to those who identify as transgender trans nonbinary agender and/or gender expansive. -Writings from the Community essays that relate the chapter theme to the lived experiences of trans and LGB people and allies from different parts of the world. -Key concepts film and media suggestions topics for discussion activities and ideas for writing and research to engage students and serve as a review at exam time. -Instructors resources that will be available that include key teaching points with discussion questions activities research projects tips for using the media suggestions PowerPoint presentations and sample syllabi for various course configurations. Intended for introductory transgender LGBTQ+ or gender studies courses through upper-level electives related to the expanding field of transgender studies this text has been successfully class-tested in community colleges and public and private colleges and universities.