ANTH 235 - Introduction to Pacific Island Peoples KCC AA/DS

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): Qualification for ENG 00; qualification for MATH 24. ANTH 235 introduces the traditional and contemporary cultures of the Pacific. Emphasis is placed on cultural change and comparisons between Hawai'i and other Pacific Island societies. Upon successful completion of ANTH 235, the student should be able to: Recognize the voyaging spirit and skills of Pacific island navigators. Explain Pacific settlement theory and the role of archeology in the development of this theory. Explain the relationship between culture and ecology in the Pacific Islands. Identify cultural differences and similarities in the three culture areas of the Pacific: Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. Analyze oral narrative materials to gain insight into traditional Pacific cultures. Evaluate the impact of European and Asian influence in Hawai'i and other Pacific island societies. Compare and contrast economic opportunities and constraints in Hawai'i and other Pacific societies. Identify social problems in the contemporary Pacific and assess their potential impact on the state of Hawai'i. Identify cross-cultural issues and develop a research paper using literature sources and interviews. Express and discuss research results clearly in writing.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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