ANTH 5110 - Design Anthropology

Institution:

University of North Texas

Subject:

Anthropology

Description:

5110. Design Anthropology. 3 hours. In recent years, ethnography has become popular with designers of products and technologies as a way of learning about the experience of users. This research approach has been applied to such diverse problems as : How to design office environments that encourage groupwork and collaboration, How to design websites that fit the mental model and usage patterns of their target audiences, How to design museum exhibits that maximize the engagement between visitors and displays. Design Anthropology is a rapidly growing field of employment for those who wish to work in applied anthropology. In this course, students learn the fundamentals of the field. By collaborating on an applied project, they gain practice in applied research methods and video ethnography. They learn to engage in collaborating on an applied project, they gain practice with customers to translate their research into practical applications. In addition to the hands-on experience, students conduct readings on topics relevant to the project and to design anthropology in general.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.unt.edu

Phone Number:

(940) 565-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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