Anthropological theory sees the world through a disciplinary lens that focuses on culture -- shared understandings -- while looking broadly and holistically at the human condition across a broad range of times and places. This course invites students to "think anthropologically" as they become familiar with the various lines of thought that have characterized anthropology since its earliest days to the present. In addition, students learn to grapple theoretically with contemporary problems and articulate their thoughts on them in terms of relevant anthropological theorists. The course involves heavy reading demands and is conducted seminar style with students expected to lead and contribute to class discussions on a daily basis.

Social Scientific and Historical Perspectives
Prerequisites
SOAN 101 or 102 or permission of the instructor.
Course UID
001357.1
Course Subject
Catalog Number
296
Long title
Anthropological Theory