PDF-(BOOK)-Through the Lens of Anthropology: An Introduction to Human Evolution and Culture

Through the Lens of Anthropology is a concise but comprehensive introductory textbook that uses the twin themes of food and sustainability to illustrate the connected nature of anthropologys four major subfields archaeology and biological cultural and linguistic anthropology By viewing the world through the lens of anthropology students will learn not only about anthropological methods theories and ethics but also the ways in which anthropology is relevant to their everyday lives and embedded in the culture that surrounds themBeautifully illustrated throughout with over 150 fullcolor images figures feature boxes and maps this is an anthropology text with a fresh perspective a lively narrative and plenty of popular topics that are sure to engage readers A strong pedagogical framework structures the book each chapter features learning objectives glossary terms and chapter summaries as well as review and discussion questions which guide students analysis of the topics themes and issues raised in the text This book is interesting to read manageable to teach and succeeds at igniting interest in anthropology as a discipline. ANTH 221: Peoples and Cultures of Mexico. Kimberly Martin, Ph.D.. What is Anthropology?. DEFINITION. Anthropology is the holistic, synthetic, multidisciplinary study of human beings.. KEY COMPONENTS. Part One: Building the Discipline. Evolutionism. AIM: Why did evolutionism fade away?. Evolutionism. Dominate intellectual perspective in the middle of the 19. th. century.. Evolutionism eventually overtaken by historical . Recall . ANTHROPOLOGY . Definition:. The scientific study of hominids and human culture over time . Focus on:. On hominids/humans as members of a species or cultural group. On humankind as a species, throughout time; . What is Culture??. List . three words . that you associate with culture.. . Identify . two question. s that you have about culture.. . Create . one metaphor . or simile for culture (. eg. . “Culture is like …”).. Christian Anthropology. There are nine principles that define Christian Anthropology. 9 Principles of Christian Anthropology. Principle #1:. To be human is to be a person, created in the image and likeness of . The comparative study of human peoples and cultures, past and present . Comes from “. anthropos. ” (Greek for “man”) and “ology”- (the study of). A branch of the social sciences . Focus is on the development of human form and culture. Introductory Lecture. Anthropology 100: Survey of Anthropology. Learning Objectives. 1. Develop an understanding of anthropology and how the subfields of anthropology interrelate. 2. Develop an understanding for the importance of anthropology in today’s world. Learning Goals. Learn how the human eye works and the common problems with our eyes. Learn about various lens technologies. Video:. The Human Eye. The Human Eye. The Human Eye. Lens. : ability to refract light and allow the eye to focus. Anthropology: The cultural and physical study of humans across all geographical areas over time. Forensic Anthropology. Forensic Anthropology: the application of anthropology to legal matters. What Does a Forensic . ANA 413. 2. Course Outline. Definition of concepts. Use of anatomical techniques for determining differences between appearances of body structures in different sexes, ages and races. Advanced Egyptology - Mummification. HSP3C. Ms. . Maharaj. What is Anthropology?. . Anthropology is the broad study of . humankind. . around the world and throughout time. . . It is concerned with both the . biological and the cultural aspects of humans.. How are human bodies affected by and responding to the Anthropocene context? . What are the consequences for health and wellbeing of ongoing environmental degradation, loss of biodiversity and climate change?. Dr. Siemens. Office-Sierra Hall 240M. Office Telephone (818) 677-4931. Office Hours. Tuesday and Thursday . 8:20-9:. 20AM 3:30-4PM. and . by appointment. Email . stephen.siemens@csun.edu. 3x5 Card. Lavenda. , Dods, and Mulholland. Chapter 1: The Anthropological Perspective. on the Human Condition. The Anthropological Perspective: The Cross-disciplinary Discipline. Anthropology and the Concept of Culture.