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Course Code: 
ANT 459
Semester: 
Fall
Course Type: 
Core
P: 
3
Lab: 
0
Laboratuvar Saati: 
0
Credits: 
3
ECTS: 
7
Course Language: 
English
Course Coordinator: 
Ebru Kayaalp
Courses given by: 
Ebru Kayaalp
Zeynep Gizem Haspolat
Course Objectives: 
This course examines key theoretical concepts and discussions in anthropology. It is designed to provide students with knowledge of theories widely used in contemporary anthropological issues. The first section of the course is devoted to contemporary theories, while the second half mostly takes on new approaches to the emerging debates of race, gender, multispecies, new ontologies, and the future of anthropology.
Course Content: 

The course consists of lectures and discussions. It will begin each class with an introductory lecture that grounds the themes and readings for the week, which will be followed by a student-led discussion. 

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. Students will demonstrate an understanding of key theoretical concepts and debates in contemporary anthropology, 1,2,10 1,2,3 A, E
2. Students will critically engage with emerging debates in anthropology, such as those surrounding race, gender, multispecies interactions, new ontologies, and the implications for the future of anthropological practice. 1,2,10 1,2,3 A, E
3. Students will develop analytical skills to evaluate and critique various anthropological discourses, identifying underlying assumptions, and implications for research and practice. 4,10 1,2,3 A, E
4. Students will be able to synthesize multiple theoretical frameworks and apply them to contemporary anthropological issues. 8,10 1,2,3 A, E
5. Students will reflect on the ethical implications and responsibilities of anthropological research and practice. 5,9,10 1,2,3 A, E
6. Students will gain an appreciation for the diversity of ethnographic methods and styles employed in current anthropological research. 3,10 1,2,3 A, E

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT

Week

Topic

Study Materials

1

Introduction

 

2

Governmentality

 

3

Biopower

 

4

Homo Sacer

 

5

Necropolitics

 

6

Actor-networks

 

7

Indigenous Anthropology

 

8

Race

 

9

Gender

 

10

Multi-Species

 

11

Ontologies

 

12

Anthropocene

 

13

Future of Anthropology?

 

14

Conclusion and Review

 

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook

All required texts will be uploaded on Yulearn.

Additional Resources

 
 

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING

Documents

YULearn

Assignments

YULearn

Exams

YULearn
 

Assessment

ASSESSMENT

In-Term Studies

Number

Percentage

Mid-term exam

1

30

Presentation

1

30

Final exam

1

40

Total

 

100

CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE

 

40

CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE

 

60

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
Project 1 25 25
Assignments 4 5 20
Final Project 1 35 35
Total Workload     164
Total Workload / 25 (h)     6,56
ECTS Credit of the Course     7

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