ANTH 357 - Shells, Pigs, And Gold:Anthropology And Economy

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

Anthropology

Description:

Is greed simply a part of human nature? do all humans simply have endless wnats and desires for material goods? More than a century ago anthropologists began questioning assumptions of classical Western economics, and began to show that societies have diverse values as people pursue wealth and the good life. The course design gives students insights into the variety of economic systems by tapping into ethnographic literature that has overtuned mainstream economic wisdom. Take a look at economics from a fresh and intriguing micro-level perspective that incorportates many other aspects of cultural life, including marriage and ecology. (C)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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