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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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General Anthropology
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Course Prefix & Number:
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ANTH 2346
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Section Number:
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310
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Semester/Year:
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Summer I, 2019
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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3
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Lab Hours:
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0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
The study of human beings, their antecedents, related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions. Introduces the major subfields: physical and cultural anthropology, archeology, linguistics, their applications, and ethics in the discipline.
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Jesse Todd
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth/ Room 331
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6295
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E-mail Address:
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jtodd@nctc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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9 – 10 AM
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9-10 AM
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Describe the key concepts and methods of anthropology.
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Compare and contrast the subfields of anthropology, including but not limited to physical anthropology, cultural anthropology, and archeology.
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Demonstrate an understanding of anthropological approaches to human diversity.
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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4
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Tests
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400 (74%)
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8
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Individual Assignments
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140 (36%)
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540 (100%)
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COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria for Summer I, 2019. All projects are due by 11:59 PM on the dates listed below.
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Unit I Tasks
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Due 6/11
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Complete Discussion Forum 1.
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Due 6/12
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Complete Discussion Forum 2.
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Due 6/13
Due 6/15
Due 6/17
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Complete Discussion Forum 3.
Complete Assignment 1.
Complete Assignment 2.
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Unit 1 Exam.
Due 6/19
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Have Chapters 1 through 4 read and take Unit Exam 1. Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 5, 8 and 12.
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Unit 2 Tasks
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Due 6/21
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Complete Assignment 3.
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Due 6/24
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Complete Assignment 4.
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Unit Exam 2
Due 6/26
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Have Chapters 5 through 8 read and take Unit Exam 2. Learning outcomes 2, 5, 7 and 12.
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Unit 3 Tasks
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Due 6/29
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Complete Assignment 5.
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Unit Exam 3
Due 7/2
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Have Chapters 9 through 12 read and take Unit Exam 3. Learning outcomes 2, 5, 8 and 12.
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Unit 4 Tasks
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Due 7/6
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Complete Assignment 6..
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Due 7/8
Due 7/10
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Research Assignment.
Movie Review
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Unit Exam 4
Due 7/11
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Have Chapters 13 through 16 read and take Unit Exam 4. Learning outcomes 2, 3, 5, 7, 8 and 12.
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EXAMINATIONS
There are 4 module examinations which consist of multiple choice and true-false questions. You have two attempts per test. Each test is worth 100 points. You have 60 minutes in which to take the test. The highest score will be recorded.
DISCUSSION FORUMS
There are rules, however, in the discussion forum comments and replies which are:
- First and foremost, respect your classmates - if you disagree with something written in the discussion forum - please refrain from name calling or from denigrating others' opinions.
- You may ask questions in the forum which to which anyone in the class may attempt to venture an answer. There are many ways to learn from one another in this class.
- Please follow the instructions listed in the discussion forum itself.
In total, there are three discussion forums but only Discussion Forum 1 is required. You may select to do either Discussion Forum 2 or Discussion Forum3 makes the discussion forums worth a total of 20 points.
ALL DISCUSSION FORUMS ARE DUE BY 11:59 PM OF THE DUE DATE. PLEASE SEE THE CLASS SCHEDULE ABOVE FOR DUE DATES.
NOTES
For the Discussion Forums, Please read the instructions contained within the discussion forum assignment. I suggest you write out your post and response beforehand so that it will flow and be grammatically correct.
ASSIGNMENTS
There are six assignments but only five are required. You may select to do either Assignment 5 or Assignment 6. Please read each assignment for what is required and the due dates are listed within this syllabus and on the calendar. The assignments total 60 points.
Although, I have assigned points to each project, I reserve the right to add points to an excellent discussion paper or homework assignment. To me, an excellent discussion paper is one that goes beyond the scope of the assignment.
ALL ASSIGNMENTS ARE DUE BY 11:59 PM OF THE DUE DATE. PLEASE SEE THE CLASS SCHEDULE ABOVE FOR DUE DATES.
RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT
There is a research assignment and it is due by 11:59 PM July 8, 2019. It is worth 60 points. The body of the text is worth 50 points and the References Cited page is worth 10 points.
The instructions for the research assignment are:
1). Name and describe the topic which you are going to address in a paper.
- In a short paragraph, discuss what subfield of anthropology your topic fits in and why. Also, briefly explain why it does not fit into the other subfields of anthropology or else why the subfield that you chose is more accommodating.
- Discuss your methodology in a brief paragraph. Are you using academic research, questionnaires, individual interviews, etc. or a combination of the methodologies?
- Present the discussion of the topic. I would suggest that you compare and/or contrast the topic between various cultures.
- I realize that statistical data is not possible for all topics. However, if possible, in a brief paragraph, provide some statistical data supporting your argument. If possible, you may create your own statistical data that you have gathered from your own research. I suggest articles as a source for this information. An extra 5 points will be added to the grade if this is done correctly.
- In a paragraph or two, present your conclusion(s) and summarize the material you presented in the discussion of the topic.
Length: The research assignment should range between 1,125 and 1,500 words.
Minimum of 6 sources. All sources must from reputable (academically accepted) sources.
Wikipedia IS NOT an acceptable source. NO WEBSITES ARE ACCEPTED; HOWEVER, EBOOKS AND EJOURNALS ARE ACCEPTABLE.
The research assignment may cover any aspect of anthropology. For example, a student might want to discuss the female wedding dress from two different cultures or one culture’s view of the dragon.
If you want clarification or to determine if your topic is suitable, please email me.
For assistance in writing and documenting your sources go to www.aaanet.org. This is the website of the American Anthropological Association. When the site comes up look to your left for “style guide”. You do not have to use this. Normally, the APA style is used in references.
APA Style may be referenced at http://owl.english.perdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/
THIS IS IMPORTANT. EVERYTHING THAT IS NOT YOUR ORIGINAL THOUGHT MUST BE REFERENCED FROM A SOURCE WITHIN THE BODY OF THE PAPER. IN THIS RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT, YOUR THESIS MUST BE SUPPORTED WITH EVIDENCE WHICH MEANS YOUR THESIS CAN NOT BE LENGHTY OR SUPPORTED BY PERSONAL OPINION OF ANY LENGTH. THE REFERENCE MUST INCLUDE AT LEAST AUTHOR AND YEAR.
For example, you might source your material in the body of the text as shown in the examples below.
According to Perttula (1992), during Middle Caddo times, mound building achieved its apex, but declined in Late Caddo times.
During Middle Caddo times, mound building achieved its apex, but declined in Late Caddo times (Perttula 1992).
IF YOU ARE USING A PERSONAL INTERVIEW, THE REFERENCE SHOULD BE CITED LIKE THIS
Todd, Jesse
2018 Personal Interview. August 6, 2018.
IF YOU DO NOT DO THE ABOVE, YOU WILL RECEIVE A GRADE OF F. NOT CITING MATERIAL FROM ANOTHER SOURCE IS EQUIVALENT TO PLAGIARISM.
AT A MINIMUM, THE FOLLOWING POINTS WILL BE DEDUCTED FROM THE RESEARCH PAPER IF THE ABOVE CRITERIA ARE NOT MET.
Not required length Various points
No references 40 points
Partial reference such as lacking date 5 to 10 points
No discussion of subfields or only one mentioned 5 points
Not having six references 10 to 40 points
Incorrect reference citation 5 to 10 points
MOVIE REVIEW
This assignment is for extra credit and purely voluntary. The student will analyze a movie as part of the class requirement. The movie review is worth 20 points and should be about 600 words long. The first portion, about 200 words, should summarize the movie. You can use Wikipedia for this. After summarizing the movie, the student should discuss how the actors performed, does the music fit well with the movie and is the photography crisp and clear. Any foreshadowing and symbolism in the movie also should be discussed.
I will send you an example for your perusal.
THE MOVIE REVIEW IS DUE BY 11:59 PM, July 10, 2019.
Course Grades
Grades are determined by percentages of the total number of points (400 from tests, 20 points from the discussion forums, 60 points from the assignments, and 60 points from the research assignment, making a total of 560 as is shown below.
A = 486 to 540 points; B = 427 to 485 points; C = 367 to 426 points; D = 308 to 366 points and F = 307 points or less. If a grade is on the border, class projects will be examined to determine if a higher grade is appropriate.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member. Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence. Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work. Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor. A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam. Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)
Additional Instructor-specific Absence Policy:
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is June 26, 2019.
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Certification Date is June 13, 2019.
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DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).
Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc. Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.
For support, please contact the counselors at (940) 498-6207 or (940) 668-4321. Alternatively, students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)_______
o Communication
o Mathematics
o Life and Physical Science
o Language, Philosophy & Culture
o Creative Arts
o Government/Political Science
X Social and Behavioral Sciences
o Component Area Option
o American History
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
X Critical Thinking
X Communication
X Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
Personal Responsibility
X Social Responsibility
COURSE TYPE
X Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o WECM Course
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion. Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty. See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”.
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Crystal R.M. Wright
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus, Room 24
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-7731, ext. 4320
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E-mail Address:
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cwright@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Dr. Bruce King
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Office Location:
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1525 W. California St., Gainesville, Texas
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-4267
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E-mail Address:
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bking@nctc.edu
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