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Anthropology 460A Ecology and Evolution: Environmental Anthropology Our contemporary world appears beset by ecological disasters. Yet, for most of the 20th century, industrial societies believed they had won the battle over nature. Anthropological studies of small-scale societies clearly demonstrate the pivotal role of ecological factors on human behaviour and organization. As we move into the 21st century, members of complex, industrial societies are beginning to realize that the natural world still has a place in shaping human behaviour. What does anthropology have to say about our current ecological crises? What should we keep, what should we throw out? These sorts of questions will guide our exploration of ecologically -based anthropology. In this course, students will explore the basic features of cultural ecology through the exploration of materialist models of social evolution. Special attention will be given to important developments arising from the emerging field of environmental anthropology. This is a seminar -based course in which lectures will be complemented by active student participation and the occasional video and/or guest speaker. At the end of this course, the successful student will be able to: · explain the basic features of cultural ecology · critically discuss materialist models of social evolution · describe and discuss contemporary developments in the emerging field of environmental anthropology Robert Netting Cultural Ecology (2nd edition). 1986. Assignment Marks |
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