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Language & Culture

Course #: ANTH 385, Class #: 6860, Section #: 01

Description

The study of language and culture as systems of shared symbols and meanings in which verbal and nonverbal social interaction takes place. Special emphasis is given to the relationship of language to culture and on the social role of language in human life. Students are introduced to methods for analyzing social behavior and its underlying cultural principles.

Prerequisites

ANTH 106

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