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4.00 Credits
A survey of the prehistory of the North American continent from the first peopling of the Western Hemisphere through the beginnings of regionalization, the origins of agriculture and village life and the development of complex societies. Attention to debates over the causes of these changes and to ethical issues confronting North American archeologists.
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4.00 Credits
Overview of the evolution of human societies from family-based foragers to chiefdoms, states and the emerging global order; examines the main theoretical lines of argument and the debates among them.
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4.00 Credits
A survey of the prehistory of the South American continent from the early occupations to the early domestication of plants and animals, the beginning of village life, the development of complex cultures and the coming of Europeans. Attention is given to issues concerning peopling of the Western Hemisphere, the development of state level societies, pre-Colombian contacts and the historic period impact of Europeans on indigenous cultures.
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4.00 Credits
A survey of peoples living in Arctic regions of the world: similarities and differences in environment and technology, social and belief systems; issues of acculturation, native identity and the struggle for cultural survival.
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3.00 Credits
Examines several core questions that have guided anthropologists in their study of diverse peoples. Beginning with the birth of the discipline at the turn of the 20th century, it outlines key theoretical approaches that characterize anthropology as a distinct social science, exploring how such approaches have undergone revision and reformulation. Prerequisite: ANTH 216
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4.00 Credits
Prepares students to conduct anthropological research in both American and non-Western settings. Teaches students an array of anthropological research methods including participant observation, structured and unstructured interviews and background research of anthropological literature. Will also familiarize students with issues of cultural difference by offering insightful readings by anthropologists who reflect upon their personal research experiences.
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4.00 Credits
Examines how anthropologists organize their field data into ethnographic texts. Students read and critique a variety of anthropological works and genres. Reviews key issues that arise in the construction of ethnographies, including issues of truth, representation, reflexivity and political agenda. Prerequisite: ANTH 216
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4.00 Credits
Provides an overview of the culture and explores issues facing the community. Examines the relationship between Chicano/a/Latino/a culture and contemporary society in the U.S. Topics include history, immigration, language, gender, education and contemporary cultural heroes.
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4.00 Credits
Provides an introduction to major aspects of Latin American cultures. Concentrates on issues of cultural contact, conflict and accommodation by examining racial, ethnic, national and gender identities, religion, the environment, human rights and globalization. Explores indigenous, European and African contributions to the sociocultural fabric of the region; geographic emphasis will fall on Mexico, Peru, Ecuador and Brazil.
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4.00 Credits
A cross-cultural examination of women's primary kinship ties with emphasis on how relationships change throughout the human life-cycle. Topics will include control of reproduction, son preference, mother's power, nurturance vs. autonomy, role models, ambivalence and conflict, mature partnerships and role reversals in old age.
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