Cultural anthropology fourth edition

Gender inequality, limited access and control over land, water and other productive resources, lack of access to education and health services, food insecurity, conflict and displacement continue to fuel the vicious cycle of both GBV and HIV.

In this context, the course will provide in depth knowledge relating to above factors. This course is designed to study of gender and development in both an academic social science context and in the context of policy making and implementation.

References : Batliwala, S. Empowerment of women in South Asia. AWID Publication, Nazmunnessa Mahtab, Women, gender and development contemporary issues. Irene Tinker, Ed. The focus is on bridging theoretical discourses with practical implication of disaster management and planning. At the end of the course, the students are expected to develop a broad based understanding of the key contexts, issues and challenges surrounding environment and development both globally and nationally.

This course will assist students to understand the role of microfinance program in policy development and implication, cliental service, rural financing and its challenges, gender relation and empowerment, project evaluation, global poverty situation and MDGs , concept of social business, theories related to rural financing. On the other hand, Micro-insurance is pathway of development activities. The course will help to understand linkages between the microfinance and micro-insurance in the changing scenario of global development partnership.

The relationship among media, technology and information management is very complex and dynamic. This course will introduce students to a range of ideas that will provide various perspectives on the relationship among three. It is admitted that technology is not merely a set of material artifacts with a straight forward impact on our world. This course will examine how the concept of technology has reshaped human understanding, nature, identity and so forth.

Students will acquire abilities to think critically using the concepts and approaches of media, technology and information management. This course will give them insights to rethink about the effects of technology and its relationship with media and development in the society. This course will be intended to provide student with an understanding of role of communication in social change, particularly in the context of its potential to facilitate changes in knowledge and behaviors among stakeholders in development programs.

Students examine the theory behind the tools employed in communication programs and identify patterns in application. As corporations invest greater resources in social responsibility, environmental sustainability and strategic philanthropy, managers are challenged to demonstrate the effects of CSR on the bottom line.

Students will learn frameworks, methodologies and tools and use these to develop CSR strategies for real-world corporations. The course focuses on the history of corporate social responsibility, its rationale, current trends both internationally and locally, actual practices and implementation issues. It also emphasizes on its location within the discourse of business ethics and corporate governance.

A three-phase seminar on the necessary knowledge and skills to enable students to develop their own social enterprise, broadly defined as a social development initiative. In the first phase, inputs are given on social entrepreneurship and project management; in the second phase students come up with a social enterprise proposal.

The third phase involves the actual implementation of the social development initiatives. This course expects students to select and investigate one aspect of social service management practice in their employing organizations. The aim of the course is to engage students in critically examining the nature and characteristics of the selected aspect of social service management practice and propose innovative ideas and approaches for policy change and organizational improvement.

In the process of conducting this project, students will, under the supervision of the course instructor, have the opportunity to learn research methods and further advance their understanding and integration of knowledge in social service management. Your web browser's JavaScript is disable. For full functionality of this site it is necessary to enable JavaScript. Here are the instructions how to enable JavaScript in your web browser.

Alumni Visitors Future Students Convocation. Institutes Institute of Continuing Education. The Program: The Masters in Development Studies is designed to provide an understanding of critical perspectives on development issues for fulfilling the need for quality human resources. Aims: This program aims: i to develop professionals and their capacity to deal with critical analysis of the issues within policy, planning and financing of development programs, and ii to formulate and design appropriate policies and strategies responsive to the welfare and needs of the people at large within a framework of social economic, environmental and political factors that shape the development opportunities and policies of a nation.

Objectives: By the end of this course, students should able be to: i demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a diverse range of international and national level management, policies including current and emerging trends; ii demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of development planning and financing issues under the complex global context; iii demonstrate specialist knowledge and skills in other areas selected from a range of options on the program relevant to the study of development strategy; iv apply their knowledge and skills using various approaches to formulate, implement and evaluate development policies, plans and programs; v show competence both written and verbal, in communicating empirical evidence and consolidating and critically appraising debates relevant to development issues.

Admission Requirements Applicants for this program are required to hold a three to four year baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited academic institution within or outside the country.

Selection of Applicants Written and oral tests are both conducted for selecting candidates. Local Students: Applicants are required to sit for a written test in Mathematics, English and general aptitude. Students with a GMAT score of or better and GRE score of or better are exempted from the written test and eligible directly to appear for the oral test. The successful candidates in the admission test are called for an oral test.

Curriculum Requirements Credit hours required for the degree range from a minimum of 45 credit hours to a maximum of 60 credit hours. Students, who will take thesis, need to cover minimum 39 credits 13 courses.

The thesis will be equivalent of 6 credits. Must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3. A minimum of a 2. Graduate credits earned more than five years prior to the date of the Candidate plan of study may not be accepted without written approval of the admission authority. Courses completed for a previous graduate degree may not be counted for this degree. The Candidate plan of study is valid for maximum four years providing the student maintains continuous enrolment successfully completing at least one course in a month period.

Masters in Development Studies. Total Credits 36 credits. Code Course Description Credit Prereq. Admission Requirements for Masters in Public Health. Apply Now. Mobile: , , , Ext. Admission Dept. Mobile: , , Ext. References : Michael P. Todaro and Stephen Smith. Economic Development, 10th edition, Pearson, Palgrave Macmillan, Ashgate Publishing Co. Trade, Growth and Technical Change, Assignable Shared Writing Activities direct students to share written responses with classmates, fostering peer discussion.

And Essays integrated directly within Revel allow instructors to assign the precise writing tasks they need for the course. Highlighting, note taking, and a glossary let students read and study however they like. Educators can add notes for students, too, including reminders or study tips.

Engaging features foster understanding of key anthropological concepts An important feature distinguishing this text is its thorough focus on culture change , derived from internal processes of adaptation and innovation as well as from external forces through contact with other peoples. In focusing on change, the text highlights the notion that the societies and cultures that people develop are dynamic systems, adapted to new situations and invigorated by new ideas.

The focus on culture change is carried into the discussions of global trends , whether these are the processes of past colonial expansion or of modern globalization. In Chapter 6, author Nancy Bonvillain establishes the framework for understanding historical processes of European colonial expansion and some of the consequences for cultural development and survival in many parts of the world.

These effects are discussed where relevant in subsequent chapters. Discussion of global processes of cultural changes culminates in Chapter In Their Own Voices boxes feature the words of indigenous peoples whose lives are discussed in the text.

Case Study features provide extended discussions that enable students to understand complex relationships among various practices.

Culture Change features present material focusing on the ways that culture is transformed. These sections stress the interconnections among material change, behavioral practices, and ideology, demonstrating the complex interactions that result from change. Expanded for the Fourth Edition, Anthropology Applied boxe s highlight the roles that anthropologists play in applying theory and knowledge to practical concerns.

Controversies boxes present differing opinions about key theoretical or research topics. Several pedagogical features help students focus on significant ideas and concepts presented in each chapter. These include a margin glossary and marginal notes, preview and summary questions, critical thinking questions, section reviews, and chapter summaries.

New and updated content engages students and ensures an up-to-date learning experience NEW! The Fourth Edition includes an expanded discussion of climate change as well as new sections on the reactions of indigenous and local communities against national and multinational companies exploiting local resources and harming the environment.

Chapter 3 includes new sections on virtual ethnography and engaged anthropology. Chapter 4 offers new sections on language ideologies and online communication. Chapter 8 features new discussions on agricultural use of GMOs genetically modified organisms and problems of the global availability of potable water.

Chapter 10 includes an expanded discussion of widowhood. Chapter 11 offers expanded discussion of gender identity, including transgender identities. Chapter 12 provides an expanded discussion of white privilege and a new discussion of student debt. Chapter 16 includes a new section on Balinese arts. The Fourth Edition offers updated statistical information on economic trends in the United States and globally, refugees worldwide, and other current political issues.

Revised and expanded discussions throughout the text clarify terms and concepts. In addition, a number of the chapter opening folktales have been replaced, as have several In Their Own Voices boxes. This clear, detailed schedule helps students stay on task by eliminating any ambiguity as to which material will be covered during each class. When they understand exactly what is expected of them, students are better motivated to keep up. Actionable information, such as points earned on quizzes and tests and time on task, helps educators intersect with their students in meaningful ways.

For example, the trending column reveals whether students' grades are improving or declining, helping educators to identify students who might need help to stay on track. Flexible, on-demand grade synchronization capabilities allow educators to control exactly which Revel grades should be transferred to the Blackboard Gradebook. New to This Edition. New and updated content engages students and ensures an up-to-date learning experience The Fourth Edition includes an expanded discussion of climate change as well as new sections on the reactions of indigenous and local communities against national and multinational companies exploiting local resources and harming the environment.

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Cultural Anthropology, 4th edition.