ATH 205 - Anthropological Theory

Institution:

Muhlenberg College

Subject:

Description:

This course examines the development of anthropological theory from the 19 th century to the present. It critically evaluates major figures in the field and the principal schools of thought, including Evolutionism, Dialectical and Historical Materialism, Historical Particularism, Functionalism, Structuralism, and modern Materialist theories. The central theme of the course is to evaluate the scientific validity and utility of the different anthropological research strategies. The course also explores contemporary anthropological approaches which question the application of traditional scientific research methods in anthropological research. Taught every spring semester. Prerequisite: ATH 112 Cultural Anthropology Meets general academic requirement W.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.muhlenberg.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 664-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.