ANTHR 420
Visual and Sonic Anthropology
Anthropology
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Overview of visual and sonic anthropology methods including ethnographic film, photography, art, sound and other sensory methods. Students will receive training in modes of data collection and presentation, including how media allow new ways of understanding what it means to be human.
When Taught
Fall Odd Years
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Theoretical considerations
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to critically evaluate current theoretical and critical approaches to anthropology that focus on visual and multimodal media
Title
Critical trends in data presentation
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to critique visual forms of data presentations in anthropology
Title
Critical trends in data presentation
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to evaluate the stregths and limitations of distinct media in producing and conveying anthropological insights.
Title
Practical skill in Visual Production
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to demonstrate basic skills of photo, video, and audio editing in anthropology
Title
Practical skills in Visual Production
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to produce unique anthropological insights using visual and other media.
