ANTH 711 - Graduate Seminar in Public Anthropology

(3 units)

Course examines the applied, engaged, and pubic aspects of anthropology and how each of its sub-fields deals with contemporary human problems.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate student standing in anthropology or affiliated disciplines such as political science, geography, and sociology.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify and describe anthropological perspectives of contemporary human problems.
2. articulate verbally and in writing the applied and public nature of anthropological commitment and engagement.
3. engage professionally (via interpretation and verbal or written communication) with governmental and nongovernmental agencies.
4. read and critically evaluate relevant literature in public anthropology.
5. identify and describe ethical dilemmas in research.

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