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ANTH-221 Cultures of the Spanish-Speaking World

In this course, students will study the geography and history of the countries where Spanish is the main language as they apply to the development of various cultures, attitudes, and beliefs. They will compare and contrast various institutions, both governmental and social, with special emphasis on a specific country or region, such as Spain, South America, the Caribbean, and/or Mexico. Students will also look at the expression of culture through art, music, food, dress, and literature.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Eligible to enroll in ENGL-121

Hours Weekly

3 hours weekly

Course Objectives

  1. 1. Define the various populations of the Spanish-speaking world.
  2. 2. Identify the effects of climate and geography on the culture and people.
  3. 3. Delineate the broad scope of history, focusing on life-changing events.
  4. 4. Analyze the impact of religion on the people and institutions of the region.
  5. 5. Recognize the main ethnic divisions and groups of the region.
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of the ancient traditions, values, and folklore as they exist
    today in the modern world.
  7. 7. Understand the social structures, especially families.
  8. 8. Learn how the economy is embedded in the society (reciprocity and redistribution).
  9. 9. Integrate cultural awareness and apply theoretical and methodological frameworks from the
    humanities and anthropology in an analysis of Asian cultures.

Course Objectives

  1. 1. Define the various populations of the Spanish-speaking world.
  2. 2. Identify the effects of climate and geography on the culture and people.
  3. 3. Delineate the broad scope of history, focusing on life-changing events.
  4. 4. Analyze the impact of religion on the people and institutions of the region.
  5. 5. Recognize the main ethnic divisions and groups of the region.
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of the ancient traditions, values, and folklore as they exist
    today in the modern world.
  7. 7. Understand the social structures, especially families.
  8. 8. Learn how the economy is embedded in the society (reciprocity and redistribution).
  9. 9. Integrate cultural awareness and apply theoretical and methodological frameworks from the
    humanities and anthropology in an analysis of Asian cultures.