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Introduction to Anthropology

ANTHROPOLOGY 2346

Fall Semester 2019

Tuesday and Thursday 9:30-10:50

Location: CAS 104

Instructor

Dr. Thomas Guderjan

Office: CAS 154

tguderjan@uttyler.edu

Course Description

Anthropology is the holistic, scientific and humanistic study of humanity. This course will survey the major four sub-fields of anthropology: physical anthropology, archaeology, cultural anthropology, and linguistics. The course will incorporate a cross-cultural examination of human institutions including social, political, and economic organizations. During this survey, there will be a focus on Western cultures as well as contemporary peoples who live in non-Western cultures. In addition, the course will deal with the challenges faced by humans today and in the future.

Text: Anthropology, What does it Mean to be Human? second edition. Robert Lavenda and Emily Schultz. Oxford. ISBN 978-0-19-539287-6

Objectives

1. Introduce students to the theoretical and historical background of anthropology.

2. Introduce students to techniques and methods of modern anthropology.

3. Introduce students to the major findings of anthropology

4. Introduce students to the challenges humans face today and in the future.

Class

The textbook readings will be supplemented by lectures, films and discussion. The lectures will complement but not duplicate the readings. In general, I will explain methods in class that are also covered in the text then use case studies to illustrate the utility of the particular methods. You are expected to have read appropriate assignments prior to coming to class. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of all deadlines and material discussed in class.

Grading

Grading will be based upon four short examinations and a final examination. Grades will be weighed as follows:

Attendance/Participation 10%

5 page participant observation paper 10%

4 Exams (20% each) 80%

Attendance & Deadlines You chose to spend your time and money to take this class. So, I assume you desire to spend them well. Consequently, I will not take attendance. Deadlines for all tests and assignments are absolute unless you have conferred with me in advance or have an excuse from the Dean or University. Otherwise, there will be no make-up exams and a grade of zero will be assigned.

Classroom distractions: Cell phones, text messages and any other contact with persons outside of the classroom are considered to be distractions and will not be tolerated. Likewise, inappropriate activity inside the classroom will also not be tolerated.

Statement Regarding Academic Dishonesty

Academic dishonesty is a violation of University policy and professional standards. Academic dishonesty is defined as cheating, plagiarism, or otherwise obtaining grades under false pretenses. The penalty for academic dishonesty in this class will be no less than immediate failure of the course and a permanent student record of the reason therefore. In most cases, a written record of academic dishonesty or an instructor’s report of same to an agency investigator during a background check will bar an individual from employment by a criminal justice agency as it is considered indicative of subsequent corrupt acts.

Many students have an inadequate understanding of plagiarism. Any idea or verbiage from another source must be documented. Anytime the exact words from another author are used they must be enclosed with quotation marks and followed by a citation. However quotations should only be used on rare occasions. Student papers should be written in the student’s own words.

PLAGIARISM & CHEATING

➢ It is your responsibility to know and understand the university policy on cheating and plagiarism.

➢ If you plagiarize or cheat, you WILL receive an F for this course.

➢ If you plagiarize, your case WILL be referred to the Judicial Affairs for further action. Penalties may include expulsion or academic probation.

Make-up Tests: The University Catalog does not establish make-ups tests as a student right. Major tests are forecasted; therefore, no make-up opportunities are contemplated. Opportunities to make-up missed examinations will be provided only for exceptional reasons and must be documented. Make-up examinations may be in forms completely different from original examinations and will be scheduled at the convenience of the instructor.

Analytical Papers: Three times during the course of the semester, students will turn in a three-page, double-spaced, 12-point font, 1-inch margins, typewritten essay paper. These papers will use APA citation format and are required to cite at least one peer reviewed journal in addition to your text and lectures. In these papers, the student will be asked to discuss a topic discussed in your text and class.  All writing assignments will be evaluated according to the following rubric:

|Criterion |Good (90-100%) |Fair (75-90%) |Poor ( ................
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