At first, the number of pages is less, but the difficulty is higher. Anthropology's gift is making the exotic seem familiar and the familiar seem exotic, as you will discover in the class's readings, films and research. By the end of the semester, you will be able to identify the rituals and world views that make every day extraordinary in all societies. One absence will not hurt a student's grade. As we are meeting only day per week, attendance and participation are critical.
Students are responsible for documenting their attendance by signing the attendance sheet.
I am taking attendance to encourage your exposure to the material available only in class and to encourage your participation and support in class discussions. Perfect attendance will help the final grade. Whether or not you attend the session, you will be responsible for the material presented in class, and I will not reteach class during office hours. As part of this class, you are responsible for active listening, discussion participation, supporting each other in sharing, risk-taking and feedback. You with one or two other people will lead class discussion.