Course Language:
English
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Course Objectives:
The aim of this course is to examine the processes of culture construction in an anthropological context. The basic concepts and history of Cultural Anthropology are explained through different case studies.
Course Content:
The evolution of Cultural Anthropology into a separate discipline is discussed at the beginning of the course, and in the following weeks, the role and importance of topics such as economy, religion, and politics in the construction of culture are emphasized. The terminology of these topics is presented in detail.
Course Methodology:
1. Lecture 2. Case Study 3. Demonstration 4. Fieldwork 5. Student Activities/Projects
Course Evaluation Methods:
A. Exam B. Participation/Discussion C. Field Work/Case Study D. Homework/Assignment E. Presentation
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Learning Outcomes |
Program Learning Outcomes
|
Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Focuses on the definition and basic research methods of Cultural Anthropology. | 1,2,5,10 | 1,2,3 | A |
| 2. Explains the concepts of culture, the “other”, border, and imagination. | 3.4,5,10 | 1,2,3 | A |
| 3. Analyzes the impact of politics on understanding cultures. | 7,8,10 | 1,2,3 | A |
| 4. Analyzes cultures by looking at everyday economic activities. | 2,9,10 | 1,2,3 | A |
| 5. Analyzes the relationship between kinship, different forms of marriage, and culture. | 4,9,10 | 1,2,3 | A |
| 6. It presents the traceable significant relationship between gender roles, art, and religion through different case studies. | 4,9,10 | 1,2,3 | A |
| 7. Relates globalization to current anthropological studies. | 3,5,9,10 | 1,2,3 | A |
Course Flow
| COURSE CONTENT | ||
| Week | Topic | Study Materials |
| 1 | Introduction | The definition of Cultural Anthropology and its relation with other disciplines |
| 2 | Anthropology and Culture | The definition and history of culture, and the main anthropological methods used to analyze it |
| 3 | Language and Discourse | The relationship between language and culture, and the theories explaining the said relationship |
| 4 | Religion, Ideology, and Art | The impact of religion on works of art and its interpretation by different cultures |
| 5 | Social Organisations | The construction of social groups |
| 6 | Political Anthropology | Anthropological examination of concepts such as the state and the nation |
| 7 | Culture and Individual | |
| 8 | Economic Anthropology | Theories analyzing different economic activities |
| 9 | Family and Marriage | The history of family and theories regarding different family types |
| 10 | Globalisation and the culture of Capitalism | The impact of neoliberalism on culture |
| 11 | Visual Ethnography | The visualization of fieldwork |
| 12 | Contemporary Anthropology | Current theories of ethnicity in the study of social groups |
| 13 | Contemporary Anthropology | Current economic approaches to the study of social groups |
| 14 | Discussion and Preparation for Final | |
Recommended Sources
| RECOMMENDED SOURCES | |
| Textbook | Lavenda, R. and Schultz, E. (2009) Core Concepts in Cultural Anthropology. New York: McGraw Hill Book Co. |
| Additional Resources | |
Material Sharing
| MATERIAL SHARING | |
| Documents | YULearn |
| Assignments | YULearn |
| Exams | YULearn |
Assessment
| ASSESSMENT | ||
| In-Term Studies | Number | Percentage |
| Mid-terms | 1 | 40 |
| Final | 1 | 60 |
| Total | 100 | |
| Contribution of Final to Overall Grade | 60 | |
| Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade | 40 | |
| Total | 100 | |
Course’s Contribution to Program
| COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM | ||||||
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | Acquires the basic terms, theoretical point of views and the historical evolution of anthropology. | X | ||||
| 2 | Gains insight into the subfields of anthropology and the unique methods and applications of these fields. | X | ||||
| 3 | Possess knowledge about conducting ethnographic study, which is the basic research method of anthropology, and designs fieldwork accordingly. | X | ||||
| 4 | Formulates questions and evaluates research findings through analytical, critical and creative thinking by utilizing the knowledge and skills of anthropology. | X | ||||
| 5 | Demonstrates adherence to scientific and ethical values in fieldwork and academic research and acts in accordance with these values. | X | ||||
| 6 | Identifies social problems and develops social projects using anthropological theory and research methods. | X | ||||
| 7 | Effectively utilizes current databases, information resources, and information technologies. | X | ||||
| 8 | Designs interdisciplinary studies and participates in study groups by integrating disciplines alongside anthropology. | X | ||||
| 9 | Exhibits social awareness and responsibility, approaching individual and cultural diversities with impartiality. | X | ||||
| 10 | Acquires the ability to think, read, write and orally express English at an academic level. | X | ||||
ECTS
| ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION | |||
| Activities | Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Duration | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Mid Term | 1 | 21 | 21 |
| Final examination | 1 | 36 | 36 |
| Total Workload | 141 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,64 | ||
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 6 | ||