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From an anthropological perspective, which concept involves the perception of one's own culture as superior compared to others?
From an anthropological perspective, which concept involves the perception of one's own culture as superior compared to others?
Which anthropological theory emphasizes the interconnectedness and interdependence of societal elements?
Which anthropological theory emphasizes the interconnectedness and interdependence of societal elements?
What is the term for the perception of one's own culture as inferior compared to other cultures?
What is the term for the perception of one's own culture as inferior compared to other cultures?
Which theory in anthropology focuses on the symbolic meanings that people develop and rely upon in the process of social interaction?
Which theory in anthropology focuses on the symbolic meanings that people develop and rely upon in the process of social interaction?
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What is the evolutionary perspective in anthropology primarily concerned with?
What is the evolutionary perspective in anthropology primarily concerned with?
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Which concept in anthropology emphasizes understanding cultural practices within their own cultural context?
Which concept in anthropology emphasizes understanding cultural practices within their own cultural context?
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Study Notes
Anthropological Perspectives
- Unilineal Evolutionism: Proposes that cultures evolve from past forms through similar developmental stages. Example: Transition from Animism to Monotheism (e.g., Roman Catholicism, Islam).
- Cultural Diffusionism: Suggests that culture originates in centralized locations, with elements borrowed from other cultures. Example: Filipino culture influenced by Western civilization during colonization by Spain.
- Historical Particularism: Emphasizes that cultures are unique and shaped by specific historical, geographical, and environmental factors. Example: Filipino superstitions rooted in ancestral beliefs.
- Anthropological Functionalism: Looks at the interdependence of cultural elements, asserting that social practices endure due to their functional purposes. Example: Religion strongly influencing Filipino customs and actions.
- Anthropological Structuralism: Explores the relationships between cultural phenomena, illustrating how humans order their experiences. Example: Dynamic between familial roles, such as Father and Son, Husband and Wife.
- Cultural Materialism: Argues that culture is influenced by practical elements such as technology and economic resources. Example: Prohibition of pork in Muslim dietary laws.
Sociological Perspectives
- Functionalism: Examines society as a structured network of cooperating groups functioning according to shared norms. Example: Government investment in education to enhance community productivity.
- Conflict Perspective: Views social dynamics as a continual struggle between competing groups. Example: The disparity between the affluent and the impoverished.
- Symbolic Interactionism: Focuses on behavior patterns within larger societal units, exploring individual interactions. Example: Social discomfort leading to avoidance of eye contact with strangers.
- Evolutionism: Explains the growth and development of human groups over time. Example: Evolution from telephones to cell phones as communication tools.
Society
- Definition: Derived from the Latin 'societas,' meaning 'companion' or 'associate,' society encompasses a community of interdependent individuals with shared lifestyles.
- Kornblum's Definition: Describes society as an organized population cooperating to fulfill essential life functions, including reproduction, sustenance, shelter, and defense.
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Explore the concepts of Unilineal Evolutionism and Cultural Diffusionism in anthropology, delving into how new cultural forms emerge and how cultures influence each other. Learn about the stages of development from Animism to Monotheism and the impact of cultural centers on borrowing elements from other cultures.
