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ANT 101 : Introduction to Anthropology
Professor: Anne Buddenhagen
College: John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Semester: Fall 2007
Time:
Section: 99
Credits: 3
Hours: 3
Discipline: Anthropology
Level: Undergraduate
Format: Asynch
Course Description:
Comparative study of cultures,or ways of life, of people around the world, with emphasis on non-Western, preliterate cultures. Examples may include Native American peoples, South American tribal peoples, the Amish, Gypsies, and the Inuit (Eskimo) of Northern Canada and Alaska. Analysis of major aspects of culture, including language, marriage, birthing and child rearing; family and kinship, law, government and social control, and religion.
Special Requirements:
computer readiness, access
Online Component:
This entire course is online. Weekly Discussion Board tied to the reading for the week. Homework weekly. All examinations taken online.
Pre-requisites:
None

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