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Category: Anthropology

  • Anthropology Question

    Creative writing we can discuss if we set it up as a powerpoint or we can look for other options. I have the research question and AB.

  • answer the question

    here is the video. After you have watched Sean Sherman’s video about indigenous foods, please feel free to post your thoughts and ideas 350 to 500 words

  • Conversation Observation

    In this assignment, you will observe a real-life interaction and analyze how language works in everyday social contexts. The goal is to move beyond what is said and focus on how communication creates meaning, relationships, and identities.

    What you need to do:

    1. Choose a Setting

    Observe (for 15-20 minutes) a naturally occurring interaction in a public or semi-public space, such as:

    • caf or restaurant
    • classroom
    • public transportation
    • store
    • conversation among friends/family
    1. Observe Carefully

    Take notes on the interaction. Focus on:

    • Multimodality – gestures, facial expressions, tone
    • Language as action – what people are doing with words
    • Multifunctionality – multiple purposes of speech
    • Indexicality – what language signals about identity
    • Language ideologies – beliefs about correct speech
    • Language socialization – learning how to speak appropriately
    • Performance/performativity – stylized or identity-marking speech

    You do NOT need a full transcript, short examples and descriptions are enough.

    1. Write Your Reflection (12 pages)

    Include:

    1. Description of the setting
    • Where did the interaction take place?
    • Who was involved? (use pseudonyms)
    1. Key observations
    • What happened in the interaction?
    • What stood out?
    1. Analysis using course concepts
    • Apply at least 34 concepts from class
    • Explain how they appear in your observation
    1. Reflection
    • What did you learn about communication?
    • What surprised you?

    Ethical Guidelines

    • Do NOT observe or record people without permission
    • Do NOT use real names
    • Observe respectfully and do not interfere

    Submission Requirements

    • Length: 12 pages (400-800 words)
    • Format: Typed

  • Speech Observation

    In this assignment, you will observe a real-life interaction and analyze how language works in everyday social contexts. The goal is to move beyond what is said and focus on how communication creates meaning, relationships, and identities.

    What you need to do:

    1. Choose a Setting

    Observe (for 15-20 minutes) a naturally occurring interaction in a public or semi-public space, such as:

    • caf or restaurant
    • classroom
    • public transportation
    • store
    • conversation among friends/family
    1. Observe Carefully

    Take notes on the interaction. Focus on:

    • Multimodality – gestures, facial expressions, tone
    • Language as action – what people are doing with words
    • Multifunctionality – multiple purposes of speech
    • Indexicality – what language signals about identity
    • Language ideologies – beliefs about correct speech
    • Language socialization – learning how to speak appropriately
    • Performance/performativity – stylized or identity-marking speech

    You do NOT need a full transcript, short examples and descriptions are enough.

    1. Write Your Reflection (12 pages)

    Include:

    1. Description of the setting
    • Where did the interaction take place?
    • Who was involved? (use pseudonyms)
    1. Key observations
    • What happened in the interaction?
    • What stood out?
    1. Analysis using course concepts
    • Apply at least 34 concepts from class
    • Explain how they appear in your observation
    1. Reflection
    • What did you learn about communication?
    • What surprised you?

    Ethical Guidelines

    • Do NOT observe or record people without permission
    • Do NOT use real names
    • Observe respectfully and do not interfere

    Submission Requirements

    • Length: 12 pages (400-800 words)
    • Format: Typed

  • Annotated Bibliography

    Hi this is for my anthropolgy class at usc my teacher is very strict so plz plz complete it correctly and no ai. here are the instructions.

    In Week 10, you will submit an Annotated Bibliography on a topic of your choicea reading list for your research paper. Your bibliography should contain 10-15 sources, with a ~150 word annotation for each source, summarizing its key points and explaining why you think this text is essential to understanding your topic. Aim for a combination of quantitative and qualitative sources, and make an effort to cite Native scholars and community leaders. You will submit your Bibliographies by posting them on Brightspace, where your classmates can read and potentially make use of your research

  • Annotated Bibliography

    Hi this is for my anthropolgy class at usc my teacher is very strict so plz plz complete it correctly and no ai. here are the instructions. In Week 10, you will submit an Annotated Bibliography on a topic of your choicea reading list for your research paper. Your bibliography should contain 10-15 sources, with a ~150 word annotation for each source, summarizing its key points and explaining why you think this text is essential to understanding your topic. Aim for a combination of quantitative and qualitative sources, and make an effort to cite Native scholars and community leaders. You will submit your Bibliographies by posting them on Brightspace, where your classmates can read and potentially make use of your research

  • Anthropology Question

    Please share your ideas about issues raised in this articles – APA format ( 500 words or more) read the article and chapter 3 and summairze the issues..

  • Check below 1000-1200 words

    Based on the google slides attached follow the directions below:

    Basic requirements make sure to address every point on this list

  • Length approx. 1000 1200 words (excl. abstract, examples, references and additional data).
  • Title: as catchy as you want it but has to be accurate (unlike tabloid headlines)
  • Abstract (150-200 words) a summary with a story hook.
  • Introduction and background probably shorter than in your submitted proposal. You can

    • boil it down to i) the big picture problem or topic, ii) what we know about it as well as any gaps

    you may have identified, and iii) your contribution, including your less formally formulated

    thesis statement.

  • Methods you do not need all the details to allow for an accurate replication, summarize what

    • you looked at (people and contexts) and what you analyzed more specifically (observable elements

    in communication). Certain technicalities not central to your analysis can be omitted as long as

    it does not interfere with the overall understanding.

  • Results/analysis summarize results and convert them into tabs, color-coded schemes, or

    • anything visual and easily recognizable for a non-initiated reader who wants to learn about the

    topic quickly. Examples must be introduced clearly and form a logical narration (you may choose

    to narrow down the scope and present only the most relevant examples).

  • Discussion and conclusions discuss how your findings contribute to our understanding of a

    • larger phenomenon. Be realistic about what your findings tell us (not by extreme hedging, but

    by being careful in assessing what your results suggest).

  • References (both in-text citations and bibliography should follow APA style)

    • 2. Visuals and blog-like adaptations

  • Visuals: figures, charts, tables, snapshots of blogs or movie scenes. All inserted items must be

    • numbered and include captions explaining what we see in each picture or tab without reading

    the rest of the article (e.g., what does axis X represent, what are the units of measurement, or

    simply “Table/Figure 1: Genders of spaceship crew members in popular TV series”).

  • Cross-referencing relevant info: links to other sources of information that illustrate or unpack

    • something you mentioned in your article (especially if this is not the focal point of your

    discussion but is relevant for the overall topic and potentially interesting for the reader).

    Preferably not a reference to an article, but a link to something less formal, such as a TED talk,

    another blog, a FB group, a podcast, an event, or even upcoming articles from your peers.

  • 3-5 keywords for your project: for example population/context, language(s), methods
  • Optional (not considered for grading): PowerPoint slides, further reading recommendations,

    • author information, ethics declaration (one sentence that states that all participants gave their

    written permission, for example), extended data figures and tables, and acknowledgements.

    3. Overall style

    Once again, the priorities are academic content and accessible style. Avoid the patchwork of overly

    academic paragraphs followed by an extremely casual style. Stick to one voice as much as possible.

  • Cultural Anthropology – Ethnographic Film on Hopi Tribe

    Which of the ethnographic films or media lessons did you enjoy the most? What aspect of culture was covered in that film? Explain. The film is Hopi: Songs of the Fourth World

    https://www.kanopy.com/en/marin/video/157541

    Characteristics of Culture to discuss:

    -it is a powerful defining characteristic of human groups that shapes our perceptions, behaviors, and relationships

    -enculturation is learning a culture, post-birth

    -belief refers to the mental aspects of culture; values, norms, philosophies, worldview, knowledge

    -Practice refers to behaviors and actions

    Characteristics of Culture

    -it is shared, groups sharing common…

    -it is symbolic

    -it is learned; enculturation helps set the worldview

    -it is adaptable / culture changes

    -it is integrated

  • ANTHROPOLOGY IA

    I need someone that has an anthropological background. I’ll give the instructions once I’ve hired. Thanks!