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What features distinguish anthropology from other social sciences?
What features distinguish anthropology from other social sciences?
The study of anthropology focuses on the concept of culture, a holistic perspective, and a comparative perspective.
What is the anthropological concept of culture?
What is the anthropological concept of culture?
Culture is the learned values, beliefs, and rules of conduct that are shared to some extent by the members of a society.
Define the holistic perspective of anthropology.
Define the holistic perspective of anthropology.
The holistic perspective in anthropology views culture as an integrated whole, no part of which can be completely understood without considering the whole.
Define the comparative perspective of anthropology.
Define the comparative perspective of anthropology.
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What is globalization?
What is globalization?
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What is ethnocentrism?
What is ethnocentrism?
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What is cultural relativism as an approach in anthropology?
What is cultural relativism as an approach in anthropology?
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What are the four sub-fields of anthropology?
What are the four sub-fields of anthropology?
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What is applied anthropology?
What is applied anthropology?
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What is ethnography?
What is ethnography?
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Study Notes
Distinctions of Anthropology
- Anthropology is characterized by its focus on culture, offering a holistic and comparative perspective.
- Holistic perspective: Culture is viewed as an integrated whole; understanding one part necessitates considering the entire context.
- Comparative perspective: Involves analyzing data from multiple societies to identify cultural universals and diversity.
Concept of Culture
- Culture comprises learned values, beliefs, and conduct rules shared among members of a society, shaping their interactions.
- Governs behavior within a community, reflecting social norms and practices.
Globalization
- Globalization represents the widespread dissemination of economic, political, and cultural influences facilitated by technology and communication.
- Affects the interconnectivity and cultural exchanges among societies globally.
Ethnocentrism
- Ethnocentrism is the inclination to view one’s own culture as the standard, perceiving other ways of life as strange or inferior.
- This perspective can lead to misunderstandings and prejudices against other cultures.
Cultural Relativism
- Cultural relativism emphasizes understanding cultures based on their own values and frameworks, not through the lens of the observer’s culture.
- Promotes a more respectful and accurate understanding of cultural practices.
Sub-fields of Anthropology
- Cultural Anthropology: Focuses on cultural variations among humans.
- Linguistic Anthropology: Studies language and its social and cultural contexts.
- Archaeology: Explores past human behavior through material remains.
- Biological Anthropology: Examines biology and behavior of humans, and primate relatives.
Applied Anthropology
- Applied anthropology utilizes anthropological theories and methods to address real-world problems outside academic contexts.
- Integrates knowledge from the four sub-fields to develop practical solutions.
Ethnography
- Ethnography is a qualitative research method involving immersive observation to document and understand cultural practices.
- Aimed at collecting detailed accounts of how people live and interact within their cultural contexts.
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This quiz explores key concepts in anthropology, emphasizing the differentiation of anthropology from other social sciences and the definition of culture. It aims to enhance your understanding of the fundamental aspects of anthropological study.
