1. course syllabus weekend classes blended model ANTH 200
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ANTH 200
Cultural Anthropology
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Benedictine Hallmarks
STABILITY  STEWARDSHIP
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2. Cultural Anthropology
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contents links
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about this document
about Moser College
about blended learning
hallmarks of a Benedictine education
student expectations
attendance policy
submission of work
netiquette
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IDEA objectives & IDEA description
course overview
required textbooks
grading scale
learning outcomes
course schedule
financial aid
library resources
Academic Honesty Policy
APA formatting and style
APA resources for students
Student Success Center (SSC)
services for students with disabilities
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3. About Your Program at Benedictine University – Moser College
Love of Christ and Neighbor  Prayer  Stability  Conversation  Obedience  Discipline  Humility  Stewardship  Hospitality  Community
Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
About Your Program at Benedictine University – Moser College
About This Document
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About Moser College
The Moser College of Adult & Professional Studies delivers its curricular programs in a specifically designed structure deliberately oriented for working, adult learners. The Moser College is committed to providing a learning environment which extends beyond the classroom and is designed specifically to meet the needs of its students and their employers by bringing a quality educational experience without requiring the student to relocate or travel extensively beyond their home area. Benedictine University's Moser College of Adult & Professional Studies is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools*. *
About Blended Learning
Blended learning is the integration of different learning environments: mainly the online format with the face-to-face format, but may also include mobile learning. Blended learning, also referred to as hybrid learning, relies on both the advantages of digital/technology innovation and the methods of face-to-face instruction. At Moser College, we use blended learning by combining asynchronous online classroom sessions with a face-to-face classroom environment. We alternate between the online session and the face-to-face session in 5-week courses, with the A session being face-to-face and the B session being online.
hallmarks of a Benedictine Education:
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4. The Ten Hallmarks of a Benedictine Education
Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
Love of Christ and Neighbor  Prayer  Stability  Conversation  Obedience  Discipline  Humility  Stewardship  Hospitality  Community
The Ten Hallmarks of a Benedictine Education
A Benedictine Education
Based on the Rules of Saint Benedict, a Benedictine Education is based on the Benedictine Wisdom Tradition that sets as its goals the transformation of the Human mind AND Heart and has at its foundation “The Ten Hallmarks of a Benedictine Education”.
The Ten Hallmarks
Each academic year Moser College will be celebrating two of the Hallmarks. This academic year , the Hallmarks Stability and Stewardship have been chosen. The ten hallmarks are:
Love of Christ and Neighbor
Prayer: a Life marked by liturgy, lection and Mindfulness
Stability: commitment to the daily life of this place, its heritage and tradition
Conversation: the way of formation and transformation
Obedience: a commitment to listening and consequent action
Discipline: a way toward learning and freedom
Humility: knowledge of self in relation to God, others and creation
Stewardship: responsible use of creation, culture and the arts
Hospitality: openness to others
Community: call to serve the common good
Portrait (1926) by Herman Nieg
(1849–1928); Heiligenkreuz Abbey, Austria
Hallmarks

5. Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
Love of Christ and Neighbor  Prayer  Stability  Conversation  Obedience  Discipline  Humility  Stewardship  Hospitality  Community
Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
Student Expectations
Expectations of Students
In order to get the maximum use of the time available, it is expected that you will: 
Read the material to be covered in the class and complete required assignments prior to attending the class/session;
Arrive/login to class/session prepared to participate actively;
Be prepared to actively participate in the collaborative activities of each class/session; and
Always feel free to seek additional help from the instructor when the need arises.
Attendance Policy
Students may not miss more than 25% of the live classroom sessions. Doing so will result in an F for the course.
financial aid information
Submission of Work
All assignments are to be submitted into Desire 2 Learn (D2L) unless otherwise noted by instructor. Assignments must be submitted by due date. Any assigned work submitted late for any unexcused reason will receive a lowered grade. Please refer to your instructor’s late work policy located in D2L. In the event that you miss an examination for due cause, arrangements must be made with the instructor for a make-up examination. Important criteria concerning the submission of work:
Make-up examinations may differ from the original class examination.
Per University policy, assignments cannot be accepted by an instructor after the last day of the course.
Only discussions threads posted by 11:59 pm CST on the due date will count for grading purposes.
information concerning netiquette:
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6. Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
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Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
About Netiquette
What is Netiquette?
"Netiquette" stands for "Internet Etiquette", and refers to the set of practices which help to make the online experiences pleasant for all involved. As you might expect, netiquette, like other forms of etiquette, is about courtesy, manners, codes of behavior, protocols and respect. Netiquette primarily focuses on how we interact with one another online, by being aware of: our use of language, others’ cultural background, conventional norms, and other behaviors. Below you will find guidelines concerning the basics of online interaction. If it isn’t something you would say or do in the face-to-face classroom, it is probably inappropriate in the online class as well.
Netiquette Basics
Follow the Golden Rule (“One should treat others as one would like others to treat oneself”)
Be ethical, fair, tolerant and mindful of others – avoid stereotyping, judgment and prejudice
Know the boundaries of particular cyberspaces – what is acceptable in a text or chatroom with friends may not be appropriate in a classroom or in an online conversation with an instructor
Respect the time of others by: 1) using descriptive subject lines, 2) resizing images for the web, 3) providing links instead of copying and pasting content, 5) using white space by inserting blank lines between paragraphs and headers and 6) limiting your use of attachments
Copy the minimum number of people – it is tempting to send “ ” or “message blasts” because it is easier for the poster, but it is not easier for the reader
Inappropriate Online Usage
Avoid “flaming” – flaming is sending offensive, insulting or criticizing messages. This happens more often online then in face-to-face interaction, because there is an illusion of anonymity.
Flaming is neither productive nor appropriate for the learning environment
Always avoid flaming when it comes to content and opinions, but also avoid it when it comes to grammar, punctuation and spelling corrections
Avoid using CAPS if possible and never type messages in ALL CAPS – this is considered yelling and is often seen as a form of aggression
Use emoticons ( :) , :( , :-) ) sparingly and avoid the use of JK, BRB, LOL and other text language
Confidentiality and Privacy
, messaging and posting are forms of written record and are just as permanent as a letter or document
Do not publicize your own or others’ personal information (such as , phone numbers, last names etc.)
Respect copyright and cite any and all sources
Do not expect that your communications are private, instead assume all communications are public
For more information please review Netiquette by Virginia Shea
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Love of Christ and Neighbor  Prayer  Stability  Conversation  Obedience  Discipline  Humility  Stewardship  Hospitality  Community
Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
Individual Development and Educational Assessment
IDEA Objectives
Acquiring skills in working with others as a member of a team.
Developing creative capacities (writing, inventing, designing, performing in art, music, drama, etc.)
Gaining a broader understanding and appreciation of intellectual/ cultural activity (music, science, literature, etc.)
Developing skill in expressing oneself orally or in writing.
Learning how to find and use resources for answering questions or solving problems.
Developing a clearer understanding of, and commitment to, personal values.
Learning to analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments, and points of view.
Acquiring an interest in learning more by asking questions and seeking answers.
IDEA Description
The IDEA student survey focuses on the instructor’s learning objectives for the course and on the progress each student made toward achieving those objectives. By answering thoughtfully and honestly, your ratings and comments will be much more helpful – to the instructor, the department chair, and the dean of the college. As students, you should also know that student ratings and comments have been used to help evaluate courses and to improve the educational experience at Benedictine University. The appropriate standard of conduct with respect to student surveys is thoughtful comments and constructive criticism – respectfully communicated.
A Focus on Learning
“The IDEA Student Ratings system looks at instruction in terms of its endgame. Rather than emphasizing teaching style or personality, the IDEA system focuses on student learning and the methods used to facilitate it.” – from the IDEA website:
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8. Student Weekend Course Overview
Love of Christ and Neighbor  Prayer  Stability  Conversatio  Obedience  Discipline  Humility  Stewardship  Hospitality  Community
Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
Student Weekend Course Overview
Course Description
Study of the origins of mankind and culture. Development of human language, culture, and institutions, cross cultural analysis of societies and cultures.
Course Materials
Required Textbook and Materials
Haviland, W. A., Prins, H. E.L., & McBride, B., (2013). The Essence of Anthropology. (3rd ed.).
ISBN: 13:
Suggested Course Materials
Current scholarly articles from Benedictine University’s electronic library resources, LexisNexis, AnthroSource, The American Folklife Center database, American Anthropological Association website, INTUTE website, and/or the Anthropology Biography website.
Technological Computer Requirements
Students in the Blended program will need: High-speed Internet access; a sound card and speakers; Windows XP (minimum)/Windows 7 (recommended) or Mac OS X 10.5 or higher; and Firefox 3.6 or higher. It is also highly recommended that students have access to a microphone or webcam for optional audio/videoconferencing.
The Course Grading Scale
Discussion Forum Guidelines
To receive a minimum passing grade, students must make a post to each discussion question for that week by day 4 of each week and respond to at least two other postings by the end of the week. Individual Posts are worth up to 5 points and the total Response Posts are worth up to 5 points total. Each discussion will total up to 10 points. A =
4.00 %
EXCELLENT B
3.00
80 – 89%
GOOD C
2.00
70 – 79%
SATISFACTORY D
1.00
60 – 69%
PASS F
0.00
BELOW 60%
FAIL I
INC
INCOMPLETE
Course Overview

9. Student Weekend Course Outcomes
Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
Love of Christ and Neighbor  Prayer  Stability  Conversatio  Obedience  Discipline  Humility  Stewardship  Hospitality  Community
Student Weekend Course Outcomes Wk
Learning Objective
Assignment
Pts 1A
Understand the dangers of ethnocentrism and be able to describe the assumptions of one’s own ethnocentrism.
Debate the authenticity of the Tasaday Tribe
15 pts
Develop a deeper appreciation of culture as the creative force behind values and human understanding.
Group: Anthropological Thought Questions 1-5
10 pts
Explain and Illustrate Problem Based Learning (PBL
PBL Orientation (Steps 1-6)
Introduce PBL: Step 1
PBL will total 250 pts 1B
Understand the major methods by which culture is created and sustained.
Jane Eliot Experiment
Argue for the importance and application of the study of other cultures.
Gross National Happiness 15
pts
Analyze and critically evaluate ideas and points of view
China Debate
Apply course material to improve thinking on social and global issues
World Culture in the News 2A
Develop specific skills, competencies, and points of view needed by professionals in the fields most closely related to this course.
Discussion Post and two Response Posts on D2L
60 pts
Apply course material to improve thinking on social and global issues.
Anthropological Issue
Describe what is meant by fieldwork in cultural anthropology and have some experience in doing it.
Anthropological Survey, due in drop box before class
100 pts 2B
Learning Outcomes

10. Student Weekend Course Outcomes Total Points for the Course
Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
Love of Christ and Neighbor  Prayer  Stability  Conversatio  Obedience  Discipline  Humility  Stewardship  Hospitality  Community
Student Weekend Course Outcomes Wk
Learning Objective
Assignment
Pts 3A
Describe what is meant by fieldwork in cultural anthropology,
Culture In Anthropology Presentation
pts
Apply course material to improve thinking on social and global issues.
Helping Those in Need
10 pts
Develop specific skills, competencies, and points of view needed by professionals in the fields related to this course.
Arranged Marriages
15 pts 3B
Illustrate problem based learning
Final PBL Product Due
250 pts
Develop a deeper appreciation of culture as the creative force behind values and human understanding.
Creation Assignment
20 pts 4A
Communication Observation
100 pts
Discussion Post and two Response Posts on D2L
60 pts
Apply course material to improve thinking on social and global issues
Anthropological Issue 4B
Develop a deeper appreciation of culture as the creative force behind values and human understanding.
Analyze and critically evaluate ideas and points of view
PBL Reflection
Total Points for the Course
Discussion Questions
60 pts ea x 4
=250 pts
25% of the total points
Written Assignments
100 pts ea x 3
= 300 pts
30% of the total points
Team Assignments
50 pts/wk x 4 wks
= 200 pts
20% of the total points
PBL project/presentation
250 pts x 1
= 250 pts
= 1,000 pts
Learning Outcomes

11. Student Weekend Course Schedule
Cultural Anthropology | ANTH 200
Love of Christ and Neighbor  Prayer  Stability  Conversatio  Obedience  Discipline  Humility  Stewardship  Hospitality  Community
Student Weekend Course Schedule
Session
Loc.
Class Title
Assignments
01 A
F2F
The Essence of Anthropology and the Nature of Ever-Changing Cultures
no pre-assignment for session 1A
Nacirema Article (in class reading and discussion)
Debate the authenticity of the Tasaday Tribe
Group: Anthropological Thought Questions 1-5
Introduce PBL & Topic : “Anthropological Study”
01 B
Economics, Ecology, and the Emergence of Cities and States
Jane Eliot Experiment
Gross National Happiness
China Debate
World Culture in the News
Jared Diamond Article
PBL-Steps 2 & 3
02 A
online
The Power of Race and Racism in Society
Read Haviland Chapters 6 & 11, pgs &
Anthropological Survey Due Before Next Class
Anthropological Issue
D2L Postings
PBL Brainstorming Activity
02 B
The Politics of Power and Social Control
Read Haviland Chapters 7 & 8, pgs
Written Portion of Anthropology Presentation Due
03 A
Marriage, Family, and Kinship
Culture In Anthropology Presentation
Helping those in Need
Arranged Marriages
Business Anthropology
Social Control Experiment Assignment
PBL: Making Your Proposal
03 B
Spirituality, Religion, Myths, and the Supernatural
Final PBL Product Due
Creation Assignment
Your personal identity
Validity of personality tests
Hip-hop Culture Debate
04 A
Language and Communication
Read Haviland Chapters 15 & 16, pgs
Communication Observation Due
04 B
Social Identity, Personality, Age, and Gender
Read Haviland Chapters 10 & 12, pgs &
PBL reflection activity
Course Schedule