Science Fiction – Dystopian Society Imagine you are a science fiction writer. Your goal is to sketch out a scenario for a science fiction film that you would like to try to sell to a Hollywood movie studio. Your sketch should outline a science fiction film project of your own design that “makes the familiar […]
The textbook chapter this week described some of the details when anthropologists become involved in international development projects. Are there situations in which it is acceptable to try to alter a group’s cultural values in order to promote changes in health, nutrition, or women’s rights? Or, do you think it is inappropriate for outsiders to […]
Disaters Description The first three essays will be based on reading one of the policy statements from the National Association of Social Workers Social Work Speaks (selected statements found in Blackboard) and at least one peer-reviewed journal article selected by you (you will locate the journal article). You will select and read one of the […]
Description Your response to Instructor Questions should be at least 2-3 paragraphs long, with each paragraph consisting of 5-7 complete sentences. It will include a thoughtful and critical discussion of the topic. Use of correct spelling and grammar is required. You will not be able to see the responses of your classmates until after […]
Unveiled sentiments Description All students are required to write a short paper on each ethnography we’re studying — that makes 4 short papers total. Papers should be approximately 2-3 pages each VEILED SENTIMENTS: Discuss any one of the following three questions and be sure to give examples. 1. How is the family a metaphor for […]
The Essay needs to answer the question: Distinguish between ethnicity and “race.” What does it mean to say that “race” is a social construction?
Examine how economic development and environmentalism can be vehicles for external regulation that threaten the subsistence patterns and way of life of indigenous people.
Select a specific disease (diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, thyroid disease, cancer, etc.) and a specific ethnic group. Description Select a specific disease (diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, thyroid disease, cancer, etc.) and a specific ethnic group. Write an essay/paper and discuss the epidemiological data, health access, diversity, the determinants of health, health literacy, religion and health […]
Reconsidering the fate of the Neanderthals Neanderthal. The very word has come to symbolize someone who acts like an uncivilized, hairy, violent caveman. You might be surprised to learn, however, that Neanderthals do not match this description. A couple of months ago a new genetic discovery was made, a discover that now makes Chapter 12 […]
The Essay needs to answer the question: Why are bioethical issues discussed in codes of ethics? Analyze the role of ethics and values in conduction anthropological research abroad (beyond one’s own society).
