UMass Boston | Continuing Education | Summer 08 Undergraduate Credit Courses

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ANTH105 Introduction to Biological Anthropology N NS Description: The study of human biological evolution and human population variation. This course introduces the history, theory, and methods of research in biological anthropology through lectures and hands-on exercises. Major topics include: geological time, classification, and the place of humans in the animal world; evidence for primate and human evolution; evolutionary theory and genetics; and discussion of the evolutionary forces involved in producing human population variation. This course addresses, in assignments and during class time, the following general education capabilities: critical thinking; using technology to further learning; quantitative reasoning; collaborative work; and effective communication. Students who have taken ANTH 102 may not receive credit for ANTH 105. Academic Information: Prerequisite: None. Distribution I Area: Natural Sciences. Distribution II Area: Natural Sciences. Diversity Area: None.	Staff	Jul 15-Aug 21	M-2-207 McCormack Bldg, 2nd Floor, Room 207	TuTh	6-9p	3	1648	$825	Registration for this session has been closed. For more information, contact 617 287 6200.
ANTH106 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology S SB Description: An introduction to the anthropological study of cultures, based on ethnographic descriptions and analyses of tribal, developing, and modern state societies. The course explores a variety of concepts and approaches to the study of culture, and participants acquire experience in critical reading, critical thinking, and analytic writing. Students who have taken ANTH 103 may not receive credit for ANTH 106. Academic Information: Prerequisite: None. Distribution I Area: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Distribution II Area: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Diversity Area: None.	R Fazell	May 27-Jul 8	M-2-423 McCormack Bldg, 2nd Floor, Room 423	TuTh	1:30 - 4:30p	3	1649	$825	Registration for this session has been closed. For more infomation, contact 617 287 6200.
ANTH106 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology S SB Description: An introduction to the anthropological study of cultures, based on ethnographic descriptions and analyses of tribal, developing, and modern state societies. The course explores a variety of concepts and approaches to the study of culture, and participants acquire experience in critical reading, critical thinking, and analytic writing. Students who have taken ANTH 103 may not receive credit for ANTH 106. Academic Information: Prerequisite: None. Distribution I Area: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Distribution II Area: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Diversity Area: None.	A Waters	Jul 14-Aug 20	M-2-213 McCormack Bldg, 2nd Floor, Room 213	MW	6-9p	3	1650	$825	Registration for this session has been closed. For more information, contact 617 287 6200.
ANTH107 Introduction to Archaeology N SB Description: The study of the past through scientific analysis of the traces left behind by humans. This course introduces the history, theory, and methods of archaeological research through lectures and hands-on projects. Archaeological data are then used to examine such major transformations of human cultural evolution as the domestication of plants and animals and the origins of complex civilizations. Students prepare a paper suitable for the Writing Proficiency Requirement Portfolio. Students who have taken ANTH 102 may not receive credit for ANTH 107. Academic Information: Prerequisite: None. Distribution I Area: Natural Sciences. Distribution II Area: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Diversity Area: None. Click here for video introduction, instructor, books and other information.	B Worley	May 27-Aug 21	Online	-	-	3	1945	$985	The course has reached its maximum enrollment. For more infomation, contact 617 287 6200.
ANTH223G Afro-Caribbean Religions Description: The purpose of this course is to examine several of the better known Afro-Caribbean religious movements that have played a major role in the modern history of the Caribbean region. Historical influences from Europe, Africa and the Americas will be addressed. The course provides an introduction to the anthropological study of religion and to the field of Caribbean studies. Capabilities addressed: Critical reading, critical thinking, clear writing, information technology. Academic Information: Prerequisite: ENGL 102, and a minimum of 30 credits; degree students only. Distribution I Area: None. Distribution II Area: None. Diversity Area: None.	A Waters	May 28-Jul 9	M-3-617 McCormack Bldg, 3rd Floor, Room 617	MW	6-9p	3	2457	$825	Registration for this session has been closed. For more infomation, contact 617 287 6200.
ANTH260 Anthropology On Film H Description: This course explores how we depict and socially construct "others" through filmic media, including photography, cinema, and the Internet. Filmic technologies are emergent worlds integral to post-modern knowledges: they mediate and shape our perception of the world. In this course you will review the basic principles of anthropology, study the theory and history of cinema and photography in anthropology, and create ethnographic studies of your own in various filmic media: photography, power point slide shows, and cinegraphic film (optional). There are four parts to the course: reading, discussion, individual field work, and several first-hand ethnographic studies through filmic expository on particular cultural groups of your choice. The course grade is based on discussions and presentations of ethnographic field work through filmic media. Academic Information: Prerequisite: None. Distribution I Area: Historical and Cultural Studies. Distribution II Area: None. Diversity Area: None.	A Waters	Jul 14-Aug 20	M-2-428 McCormack Bldg, 2nd Floor, Room 428	MW	1:30 - 4:30p	3	1942	$825	Registration for this session has been closed. For more information, contact 617 287 6200.
ANTH262 Dreams and Dreaming S Description: A cross-cultural exploration of dreams and dreaming across cultures, with general attention to the western Pacific, and the Mekeo people of Papua New Guinea in particular: review of the anthropology of dreams in the context of theoretical works by Freud and Jung, and recent neurobiological studies; and , the relationship of dreams to notions of the self, person, and individual. Academic Information: Prerequisite: None. Distribution I Area: Social and Behavioral Sciences. Distribution II Area: None. Diversity Area: None.	J Pasto	May 28-Jul 9	M-1-608 McCormack Bldg, 1st Floor, Room 608	MW	10a-1p	3	2458	$825	Registration for this session has been closed. For more infomation, contact 617 287 6200.
ANTH271 Peoples and Cultures of the Middle East H Description: An examination of historical and sociopolitical forces in the formation of the contemporary Middle East; the cultural, ethnic, and economic diversity of modern nation-states in this region; neo-colonialism and imperialism as persisting obstacles to development and progress in this part of the world; and the role of Islam in reformist and revolutionary movements. Academic Information: Prerequisite: None. Distribution I Area: Historical and Cultural Studies. Distribution II Area: None. Diversity Area: International.	R Fazell	May 27-Jul 8	M-2-423 McCormack Bldg, 2nd Floor, Room 423	TuTh	10a-1p	3	1651	$825	Registration for this session has been closed. For more infomation, contact 617 287 6200.
ANTH272 Peoples and Cultures of Africa H WC Description: An in-depth study of selected African societies, examining traditional institutions, the colonial situation, and modernization. Academic Information: Prerequisite: None. Distribution I Area: Historical and Cultural Studies. Distribution II Area: World Cultures. Diversity Area: International. Click here for video introduction, instructor, books and other information.	B Worley	May 27-Aug 21	Online	-	-	3	2459	$985	The course has reached its maximum enrollment. For more infomation, contact 617 287 6200.
ANTH372 Anthropology of Death Description: Although human mortality occurs in all societies, it is understood and defined differently within various settings. This course examines how culture influences the way people respond to the fact of death. Key themes include: the analysis of funeral rituals; religion and art in relation to death; cultural dimensions of mourning; and the relationship between social organization and death. Academic Information: Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. Distribution I Area: None. Distribution II Area: None. Diversity Area: None.	A Waters	May 28-Jul 9	W-1-020 Wheatley Bldg, 1st Floor, Room 020	MW	1:30 - 4:30p	3	2044	$825	Registration for this session has been closed. For more infomation, contact 617 287 6200.

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