The implications of evolutionary theory for the world today are also considered. Recommended English 230 and 250. The comparative study of human societies and cultures.
Emphasis is placed on the analysis of small scale non-western societies.
Specific topics include the nature of culture, the enculturation process, kinship systems and the cross-cultural analysis of religious, political and economic institutions. Culture change and the relevance of anthropology for understanding the modern world are also considered. The primary focus of this course is the study of cultural development in the New World, as reflected in archeological sites and data. A secondary focus of the course will be the study of historical anthropology, archeological data collection and analysis, cultural reconstruction. This course exmines cultural influences on child-rearing practices, family values, and human development.