ANTH 3
About Anthropology 3: Cultural Anthropology
Come learn about the fascinating structure and dynamics of humans on a global scale. We’ll explore variations in gender roles, kinship, religions, languages, arts, food, social hierarchy, and political organizations. We will review key concepts, theories, and methodologies used by anthropologists; learn about some of the foraging, tribal, and state societies which well-known anthropologists have made the focus of their life’s work; with special focus on how the sub-disciplines of cultural anthropology can provide a means of observing and critically engaging the intertwining global systems, institutions, technologies, and sociocultural ideologies that we all navigate on a daily basis. The course is designed to fit the needs and interests of both beginning anthropology majors and general education students.
Anth 3 is a 3-unit, GE-transferrable course.
Anth 3 meets CSU GE Area - D. Social Sciences and IGETC Area - 4. Social and Behavioral Sciences
Course textbook:
No need to buy a book!
We have a FREE Online textbook called Perspectives: An Open Invitation to Anthropology, 2nd Edition. Society for Anthropology in Community Colleges , 2020.
The chapters that we are covering will be posted on the class Canvas page (no need to download the entire book)
Additional readings (articles, podcasts, and book chapters) are posted on the course Canvas page
There are 3 sections of Anth 3 being offered in Spring 2024, just not by me
In person Fall 2024 Schedule
I will email the syllabus to all enrolled & waitlisted students one week prior to the start of the semester.
ANTH 3 CRN# (in person)
This class is a regular-start, 17.5 week class, 3-unit course
Class dates:
Class hours:
Location:
Important Dates: TBD
Course topics
Email me if you want to see the syllabus
Introduction to sub-disciplines of anthropology (“the 4 fields”)
Introduction to anthropological methodology and theory
Characteristics and qualities of culture
Enculturation and socialization processes
Language and culture
Subsistence practices and economic systems
Sex, gender, kinship, and family
Power, politics, and social inequality
Religious and spiritual beliefs
Artistic expression and performance
Course policies:
Regular attendance, timely completion of assignments and papers, and keeping up with the required readings is your key to success. The class structure will include: lecture, discussion of the readings, interactive small-group exercises, films, guest speakers, and/or performances.
Adds/drops:
For in-person classes, I do not give out add codes over email. Please come to class and talk to me if you wish to obtain an add code.
Students can miss no more than 6 hour of absences (2 weeks of school), unless there are verified extenuating circumstances. Unfortunately, students with excessive absences may be dropped from the class