Ways into anthropology: part 3

This exciting course introduces you to a range of contemporary issues in anthropology, with a specific focus on the social and cultural impact of globalisation and new technology such as the internet.

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Key course information

Dates
09/05/11 - 11/07/11

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
9 weeks

Time
10:15 - 12:15

Fees
Full fee: £86
Senior fee: £49
Concession: £22

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HA007

Availability
Available
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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course introduces students to anthropological perspectives on a range of contemporary issues relevant to the world we live in today. It will focus specifically on how anthropologists have tried to understand the social and cultural impact of globalisation, the media and new information technology upon a variety of cultures.

What topics will we cover?

Traditionally, anthropologists have focused on non-Western small-scale or tribal cultures. However, in an increasingly globalised world where the internet and satellite television are becoming more accessible to larger numbers of people, anthropologists have been forced to re-evaluate their ideas about the degree to which such cultures remain untouched by external influences. The course thus covers:

- A range of anthropological understandings of the meaning and effect of globalisation, and whether
globalisation necessarily entails westernisation
- The relationship between Western and non-Western societies in the context of globalisation, and how
the latter are responding to Western influences
- How new information technologies are transforming peoples sense of identity as traditional cultural
and geographic boundaries are being eroded by globally-available media (such as satellite television
and the internet)
- How our perception of societies and cultures other than our own is shaped by the media
- How, as an aspect of globalisation, Western tourism and a more general Western fascination with
seemingly exotic non-Western cultures is impacting on and changing those cultures
- how anthropologists attempt to mediate the affects of globalisation through participation in
development work.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Identify and assess contemporary anthropological approaches to understanding other cultures
- Identify the key characteristics of globalisation
- Evaluate the impact of tourism, globalisation, the 24 hour news media and the internet upon a range.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is a continuation course for beginners with no experience of Anthropology, but may also be taken by new students. Your enjoyment and benefit from this course will be enhanced if you approach this course with an open and critical mind as well as an enthusiasm for learning. On joining the class you should be able to read and comment upon articles and extracts from anthropological texts and journals. You should also be prepared to discuss this reading in class. You should also be able to interpret basic statistical data.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

You will experience a wide variety of teaching methods including: lectures and presentations supported with audio-visual material, the use of films, and some short written exercises. Discussions in small and large group contexts, and other forms of student-led learning will comprise a significant part of the teaching methods used. These will offer plentiful opportunities for relating the themes and contents of the course to your own experience.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

All reading materials will be provided. There are no other additional materials, equipment or books that you need to buy.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 201 of the 10-11 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30

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Humanities

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30

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