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ANTH 438 - Ethnographic Field Methods

(4 units)
Preparation of research designs, techniques of collecting data in the field, work with informants; organization and analysis of data, research aids.

Prerequisite(s): ANTH 402 .

Units of Lecture: 4
Offered Every Spring - Even Years
Student Learning Outcomes (if available):
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to survey the anthropological literature and resources regarding field research.
2. Students will be able to develop research questions and hypotheses for conducting research.
3. Students will be able to articulate the scientific method of inquiry and how it engages with the discipline of anthropology.
4. Students will be able to establish rapport and interact with their research communities.
5. Students will be able to assess the ethical issues involved in ethnographic research.
6. Students will be able to write coherent and feasible research proposals to engage in ethnographic fieldwork.


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