SOC 260 - Cultural Anthropology

Institution:

Meredith College

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Description:

(Spring, Contact Department Head) Understanding the power of culture in shaping our lives depends on knowing the ways of life displayed all around the world. This course introduces students to the discoveries of anthropologists as they have lived among preliterate and preindustrial people, and as they apply their signature methodologies to culturally distinctive communities in today's world. Comparing how a range of cultures address the challenges of social existence sets the stage for enlightening dialogue.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.meredith.edu

Phone Number:

(919) 760-8600

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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