Homework #1: Becoming a Participant Observer (Gene Tierney)
Using the guidelines in chapter one of “Doing Cultural Anthropology” (Angrosino 2007), attend a public gathering and do a miniature ethnography. Any public location will do. Follow the instructions in “Doing Cultural Anthropology.” Look for the following things:
- Examples of cultural symbols
- Examples of culture being learned
- Examples of culture being shared
- Examples of culture helping to adapt to the environment
- don’t forget to post a photo and it should be in the United States
Once you have taken notes on your observation, submit them online in the appropriate location. Make sure you follow the Rubric!
Rubric
Written Assignment Guidelines (1) (1)
| Written Assignment Guidelines (1) (1) | |||
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts | |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProper Paper Format (In-text citations and End-of-text citations, in Chicago 15th Edition Format) | 3.0 pts | ||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity (Professional appearance, flow, MAKE SURE YOUR NAME IS ON THE ASSIGNMENT!) Please keep in mind the following: the assignment needs to makes sense the whole way through. It has a thesis that is not too big, and that is worth arguing. It does not contain unexpected digressions, and it ends by keeping its promise to argue and inform the reader about the issue with which it begins | 3.0 pts | ||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePresence of concepts from chapter, explained correctly and clearly. Please keep in mind the following: The essay lays out an easily identifiable argument that is plausible. The main points you address need to grow out of the concepts discussed in the chapters. Thus, the student needs to apply of concepts FROM CHAPTER to module topic | 3.0 pts | ||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInclusion of all elements of the question. The student shows a clear understanding of subjects discussed | 3.0 pts | ||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThe students makes effective use of research methods/limitations directed in the assignment. Please keep in mind to use the research methods set for the assignment | 3.0 pts | ||
| Total Points: 15.0 | |||