ENGL 127 Research Writing: Social Sciences (Pittser)

This research guide is for students enrolled in Lina Pittser's English 127: Social Science Research Writing with a Focus on Family, Gender, and Sexuality

Sample Approach: Gender in Cross Cultural Context

Sample Approach: Gender in Cross Cultural Context

Possible keyword searches on Third Gender and Gender Nonbinary individuals in cultures around the world:

Experiment with different keywords and subject terms to find information. For example:

  • Third Gender
  • Third Sex
  • Transgender
  • Multiple Genders
  • Intersexuality
  • Gender Identity 
  • Nonbinary Gender
Note that ProQuest uses the Subject Term "Transgendered Persons," while Academic Search Complete uses "TRANSGENDER people." 
You can also try culturally specific terms:
  • Hijra
  • Kathoey
  • Bakla
  • Two-Spirit
  • Berdache
  • Muxes
Tip: Try a search using a subject term or keyword AND a nation.

Why do research?

Why do research?

You will find gems, such as this podcast:

The Hidden Brain, a podcast on current research in the social sciences, aired this fascinating podcast on non-binary gender research and debates.