Module IV focuses on the 3 main branches of anthropological linguistic study (historical, descriptive, and sociolinguistics/ethnolinguistics). After reviewing the Module Readings, write a 2 page essay discussing the key areas of study associated with one of these main branches. Provide examples of specific research recently conducted in anthropological linguistics associated with the selected branch and […]
Discipline: Anthropology
discuss genetics, evolution, or biological diversity. Use the textbook as a source and find at least 1 other source outside of the textbookdiscuss genetics, evolution, or biological diversity. Use the textbook as a source and find at least 1 other source outside of the textbook
This is writing assignment #1. The topic of the writing assignment is to discuss genetics, evolution, or biological diversity. Use the textbook as a source and find at least 1 other source outside of the textbook. The paper will be a Full 5-6 pages double spaced.The format is double-spaced with 1” margins, Times New Roman or something similar 12pt font. […]
describe in your own words what is meant by an understanding of bodies as more than biological (cultural/social, medical, and/or political)describe in your own words what is meant by an understanding of bodies as more than biological (cultural/social, medical, and/or political)
In 500 words minimum and 600 words maximum, describe in your own words what is meant by an understanding of bodies as more than biological (cultural/social, medical, and/or political). Offer two examples from class readings or discussions to demonstrate this idea (reminder: you may use two examples from readings or one from readings and one […]
significance of the evolutionary theory of Darwin’s analysis of the Galápagos finchessignificance of the evolutionary theory of Darwin’s analysis of the Galápagos finches
Short Answer/Essay Questions Every week, you’ll have the opportunity to explore and reflect on key concepts through a brief essay, ranging from 300 to 500 words—essentially, a half to a full page. This format is designed to encourage concise and focused expression of your understanding. These essays are crucial for me to gauge your grasp […]
Research on Exploring African American Vernacular English: A Linguistic and Cultural AnalysisResearch on Exploring African American Vernacular English: A Linguistic and Cultural Analysis
https://www-jstor-org.ezproxy.umgc.edu/stable/pdf/455493 https://www-jstor-org.ezproxy.umgc.edu/stable/pdf/455854 Your paper should be at least 1,500 words long and include information from four or more peer-reviewed academic sources from UMGC library databases. List these sources in a References section at the end of your paper and use standard APA format for citations in the paper itself. In addition, your paper should follow […]
How anthropologists use ethnographic methods to study human cultural and social lifeHow anthropologists use ethnographic methods to study human cultural and social life
In this assignment, you will write a short essay on how anthropologists use ethnographic methods to study human cultural and social life. First, discuss ethnography and ethnographic fieldwork, then, using at least two of the assigned readings from your class reader, discuss how and what ethnographic research contributed to understanding aspects of human life. How […]
Examine how economic development and environmentalism can be vehicles for external regulation that threaten the subsistence patterns and way of life of indigenous people.Examine how economic development and environmentalism can be vehicles for external regulation that threaten the subsistence patterns and way of life of indigenous people.
Writing assignments are judged on the quality of the response. Word count is NOT one of the criteria that is used in assigning points to writing assignments. However, students who are successful in earning the maximum number of points tend to submit writing assignments that are 350-500 words (1-2 pages) per question. Make sure […]
Analyze how socioeconomic, ethnic, and gender differences are reflected in language. Give specific examples.Analyze how socioeconomic, ethnic, and gender differences are reflected in language. Give specific examples.
Writing assignments are judged on the quality of the response. Word count is NOT one of the criteria that is used in assigning points to writing assignments. However, students who are successful in earning the maximum number of points tend to submit writing assignments that are 350-500 words (1-2 pages) per question. Make sure […]
In the film Framing the Other, the interactions between the Mursi people and foreign tourists are documented.In the film Framing the Other, the interactions between the Mursi people and foreign tourists are documented.
In the film Framing the Other, the interactions between the Mursi people and foreign tourists are documented. Explain how the actions and comments of the Dutch tourist can be considered ethnocentric – provide specific examples from the film (here quotations are fine). What could she have done differently to approach her visit with an attitude of […]
Exploring the Evolutionary Pathways of Molars in the Genus Homo: Investigating the Relationship Between Enamel Thickness and Brain Shape EvolutionExploring the Evolutionary Pathways of Molars in the Genus Homo: Investigating the Relationship Between Enamel Thickness and Brain Shape Evolution
Outline: Exploring the Evolutionary Pathways of Molars in the Genus Homo: Investigating the Relationship Between Enamel Thickness and Brain Shape Evolution I. Introduction Thesis Statement Image being able to bite a tree (something harf a chimp still eats). This investigation/research is going to through the Exploration of the evolutionary pathways of molars in the genus […]