ANTHR 305
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Foundations of Anthropological Theory
Course Description
This class will introduce students to the ideas of foundational thinkers in cultural and archaeological anthropology from the beginning of the 20th century up to the present day. Students will be expected to apply these thinkers' ideas to their own research projects.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Anthropological Theories
Learning Outcome
dentify and summarize key points from 20th and 21st sociocultural and archaeological theories.
Title
Evaluate Anthropological Theories
Learning Outcome
Evaluate the relevance and/or applicability of these theories in sociocultural anthropology and archaeology projects.
Title
Explain Phenomena
Learning Outcome
Students will identify our reliance on foundational theory in explaining contemporary social phenomena.
Title
Critical Expression
Learning Outcome
Students will improve critical thinking and expression.
