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ANTHR 340

Peoples of the Middle East

Anthropology College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Ecology, social organization, and beliefs of nomadic, rural, and urban groups between western Africa and Pakistan.

When Taught

Contact Department

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Cultures & Peoples of the Middle East

Learning Outcome

Students will gain an introductory level understanding of the variety of cultures, ethnic groups, religious variances, and competing political entities representative of the regions included in the MIddle East. Special emphasis will be placed on applying this knowledge to archaeological and anthropological perspectives, disciplines, and professions.

Title

Creative Thinking, Analysis, Research, and Writing Skills

Learning Outcome

Through course assignments, students will increase their skills in creative thinking, analysis of data, research, and writing.

Title

Ecology, social organization, beliefs, nomadic, rural, and u

Learning Outcome

Through course assignments, students will gain a knowledge and demonstrate their comprehension of the ecologies, social organizations, religious beliefs, and variances between nomadic, rural, and urban groups in the Middle East.