After completing this class I feel that I can look back and
say that I truly have a better idea of many topics, and am better for it. I feel
that this class really makes you challenge the way you think by presenting new
topics that are traditionally not discussed. What really seems to strike me is
the lack of awareness with many of these issues such as transgender in sport or
various observations on gender and sport. These are all topics that have strong
impacts on our field and I feel that until this class I was never really
presented with the task of looking at these topics or trying to discuss the way
they operate. I can definitely say that because of this class I am more knowledgeable
about certain topics such as gay athletes in sport, as well as the history and
roles of male/females in sport. One of my favorite parts about this class was
the existence of discussion. I feel that the best learning method was the fact
that everyone has the ability to speak on certain topics and this really helps
open up your mind.
I think the ability to look at something in multiple
perspectives is the most useful skill I have derived from this class. While the
knowledge learned is important, if we cannot look at these findings with an
open mind and try to critically think about their impacts, the facts are
useless. I feel that with the ability to consider all sides of an argument I will
be able to better assess ideas and situations in my future career, thanks to
this course.
-HH
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