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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Topics may vary each time it is offered.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the theories and methods of physical anthropology. Scientific study of human origins and evolution as reconstructed from the fossil record; patterns of anatomical, behavioral, and genetic similarities among the primates; applications of physical anthropology, such as forensic anthropology.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the theory, methods, and techniques of archaeology and a review of selected findings. History and development of archaeology, field and laboratory methods, the evolution of humanity and culture, reconstruction and processual interpretation.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to linguistic anthropology. Anthropological analysis of the cultural and social aspects of language. Topics may include: linguistic relativism, performance theory and the ethnography of language, bilingualism and multiculturalism, sociolinguistics, legitimate languages and linguistic variation, and language and the constitution of personhood and structures of authority.
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This course represents credit earned through a semester study abroad experience with an institution or program with which Texas Christian University has an official agreement to accept credit. The site and specific content will be identified on the official transcript. Courses appearing on a student's official transcript have been included in the student's grade point average.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
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3.00 Credits
The course examines literature as a part of expressive culture that reflects and shapes the way people think, behave, and give their lives meaning. Literature is also considered as a resource for people to address their needs and circumstances, especially in relation to social positions, gender, self-identification, politics, and ethics. Other topics include, U.S. Mexico relations, social conflict, resistance movements, religion, and cultural poetics.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ANTH 20623 or consent of instructor. Cross-cultural survey of cultural diversity and similarity in the interpretation of health, illness, and healing systems. Examines the interrelationship of culture, society, and health from local and global perspectives. Particular emphasis on the interactions of western and other medical systems.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis and methods in the study of traditional customs and beliefs of Mexican-Americans. Topics may include storytelling and joking, popular religion, ethnomedicine, ethnic identity rituals, and folk art.
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3.00 Credits
Development and characteristics of urban societies and the culture of modern cities. Evaluation of theories and methods for understanding the structure, function and change in the social and cultural systems of urban areas.
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