Anthropological Theory OpenCourseWare: MIT's Free Undergraduate Anthropological Theory Class
'Anthropological Theory' is a free course offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) that provides an introduction to the major anthropological theories. This OpenCourseWare from MIT is suited for undergraduate students whose major or minor is Anthropology.
Anthropological Theory: Course Specifics
| Degree Level | Free | Audio | Video | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Lectures/Notes | Study Materials | Tests/Quizzes |
|---|---|---|
| No | Yes | No |
Anthropological Theory: Course Description
This OpenCourseWare from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology examines major anthropological theories that form the foundation for anthropological analysis. These theories concern specific topics, such as culture, power, history and social change. The course examines anthropological theories in three ways, including how the theories explain humans and the worlds they live in, how the theories reflect their historical and social environments of origin and how these theories contribute to evolving anthropological debates. MIT Professor Susan S. Silbey teaches this free undergraduate course. This class is aimed at undergraduate students who have a majoring in Anthropology.
This MIT OpenCourseWare about anthropological theory includes a guide to how to effectively read materials in the social sciences. If you are interested in taking this free course, visit the anthropological theory course page.
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