Theory in Anthropology: Trends and Current Debates (SZF_278)
About Study Course
Objective
To gain insight into the issues raised in social and philosophical theories that determined the topics of anthropological research until the mid-20th century; understand the main concepts and categories used by anthropologists during this period to describe the phenomena under study, and gain an overview of contemporary approaches to these issues.
Prerequisites
Prior knowledge of modern history and/or cultural history is desirable.
Learning outcomes
1.Is familiar with theoretical paradigms and trends that emerged in social and cultural anthropology in the period up to the mid-20th century and have remained relevant in one way or another to this day.
1.Analyzes theoretical positions in anthropological research and ethnographic texts from different periods, and is able to compare these positions.
1.Critically evaluates the theories covered in the course, uses the theoretical insights gained to analyze and interpret empirical data, including in other courses and research.
