ANTHROPOLOGY AND EDUCATION
An exploration of the foundational concepts and methods of educational anthropology. Examines anthropological inquiry on educational research with particular reference to cultural perspectives on education and educational systems, learning as cultural transmission, and application of anthropological knowledge to curriculum.
Prerequisites & course information
Requisites: Junior standing Course Designation: Core GenEd - Social & Behavioral Science Ethnic St - Ethnic Studies Breadth - Social Science Level - Advanced L&S Credit - L&S Liberal Arts and Science Grad 50% - Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirement Repeatable for Credit: No Last Taught: Fall 2026 Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the social, cultural, and/or historical contexts of education policy. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 2. Analyze education policy issues from diverse perspectives related to race, class, and/or gender, and other forms of social difference. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 3. Write clearly and compellingly for diverse audiences about complex topics in educational policy. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 4. Utilize social and cultural research theories and methodologies to articulate perspectives and viewpoints Audience: Graduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the social, cultural, and/or historical contexts of education policy. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 2. Analyze education policy issues from diverse perspectives related to race, class, and/or gender, and other forms of social difference. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 3. Write clearly and compellingly for diverse audiences about complex topics in educational policy. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 4. Utilize social and cultural research theories and methodologies to articulate perspectives and viewpoints Audience: Graduate
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- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027
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Catalogue variants
- ANTHROPOLOGY AND EDUCATION · 3 credits.