Critical Anthropology: Investigating the Transnational World


Summer 2014 quarter

Taught by

anthropology, education

The processes of economic and political globalization reshape and undermine the lives of people and communities throughout the world. Some anthropologists have turned their attention to the effects of globalization on traditional and modern societies, attempting to bring to light the full complexities and consequences of these transnational practices. For example, Joao Biehl develops an argument linking global economic activity in Brazil to what he calls the development of "zones of social abandonment" in most urban settings. Anthropologists conduct their studies through ethnographic research, which involves gathering data, over long periods of time, as both "participant" and "observer" of those they are studying. Doing ethnographic research is simultaneously analytical and deeply embodied. This program includes an examination of ethnographic research methods and methodologies, a study of varied theoretical frameworks used by anthropologists today to interpret and find meaning in data, and an opportunity to design an ethnographic project of interest. Students will read and explore a range of ethnographic studies that reveal what an anthropologist—whom Ruth Behar calls a "vulnerable observer"—can uncover about the lives of people today, and advocate on their behalf.

Fields of Study

Preparatory for studies or careers in

Social science research, anthropological research, community development, education.

Location and Schedule

Campus location

Olympia

Schedule

Offered during: Day

Advertised schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Online Learning

No Required Online Learning

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Schedule Details

Monday, 9:30 to 4:00 Wednesday  9:30 to 4:00

Off Campus Location

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Registration Information

Credits: 8 (Summer)

Class standing: Freshmen–Senior

Maximum enrollment: 25

Summer

Course Reference Number

First Session (8 credits): 40036

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