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Introduction to Anthropology
In Introduction to Anthropology, we look at the comparative study of humankind.
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9 Modules
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Introduction level
Recommended experience
Flexible Schedule
144 hrs, 16 hrs/wk
In Introduction to Anthropology, we look at the comparative study of humankind. Our emphasis is on the core concepts, methods and components of the four subfields – Biological Anthropology, Anthropological Archaeology, Linguistic Anthropology, and Sociocultural Anthropology (shortened to Cultural Anthropology). In addition, the course connects anthropology to our everyday life. It focuses on understanding and appreciating the diversity of human beings through examining language, gender, religion and other societal institutions. The course concludes with the role of anthropology in our changing world.
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Critical Thinking and Analysis
Research and Information Literacy
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17 assessments
Taught in English
Taught in English
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Interpret the fundamental principles of the four subfields of anthropology as presented in the text.
- Compare and contrast strategies used by anthropologists to study human development, including the application of the scientific method.
- Recognize the influence of anthropological theories and methods on ideas in other disciplines related to anthropology.
- Recognize the variety of people and cultures that exist today and the influences and processes that contributed to their evolution.
- Compare and contrast the similarities and differences between present-day and earlier people regarding their beliefs, religions, customs, languages, marriage practices, family structures, and artistic expression, among other topics.
- Apply concepts of evolution and genetics to the history of human development.
- Identify world systems and global issues and recognize how our cultural differences influence the solutions to these problems at both individual and societal levels.
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There are 9 modules in this course
Readings come from:
Anthropology: Appreciating Human Diversity, 19th edition, by Kottak, Conrad Phillip, McGraw-Hill Education. [Available in your Canvas course via McGraw Hill Connect]
- Reading: Chapters 1, 2, and 3
- Assessments: 1 Assignment and 1 Quiz
- Lecture Videos: 4
- Reading: Chapters 4, 5, and 6
- Assessments: 1 Assignment and 1 Quiz
- Lecture Videos: 3
- Reading: Chapters 7, 8, and 9
- Assessments: 1 Assignment and 1 Quiz
- Lecture Videos: 3
- Reading: Chapters 10, 11, and 12
- Assessments: 1 Assignment and 1 Quiz
- Lecture Videos: 3
- Reading: Chapters 13, 14, and 15
- Assessments: 1 Assignment and 1 Quiz
- Lecture Videos: 3
- Reading: Chapters 16, 17, and 18
- Assessments: 1 Assignment and 1 Quiz
- Lecture Videos: 3
- Reading: Chapters 19, 20, 21, and 22
- Assessments: 1 Assignment and 1 Quiz
- Lecture Videos: 4
- Reading: Chapters 23 and 24
- Assessments: 1 Assignment and 1 Quiz
- Lecture Videos: 2
Assessment: Final Exam
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