SOC 2150 - Cultural Anthropology

Institution:

Aurora University

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Description:

3 semester hours The course introduces students to culture defined as a key aspect of human adaptability and success. Students learn about the process of development of our essentially human characteristics, both biological and cultural, including language, customs, and institutions that make up the ways of life of social groups. A crosscultural analysis of societies and the multiple functions of culture are discussed. Students are encouraged to develop cultural self-awareness, self-reflection, reduce ethnocentrism, and create new ways of understanding of their own culture. No prerequisites. Meets General Education "Knowing Ourselves and Others" Group A requirement.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.aurora.edu

Phone Number:

(630) 892-6431

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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