Category: Anthropology

  • “Exploring the Complexities of Canadian English: A Reflection on “Talking Canadian””

    While watching “Talking Canadian,” I was impressed by the complexities and development of Canadian English. Exploring the historical and cultural factors that determine our distinct manner of communication was quite captivating. One of the most captivating moments was uncovering the etymology of the usage of “couch” instead of “chesterfield” and “windshield” instead of “windscreen.” These choices not only demonstrate the impact of American influence, but also indicate regional preferences and changes in language usage throughout time. The interchangeable usage of “ee-ther” and “eye-ther” was a notable feature, demonstrating the flexibility and variety within Canadian English.
    Another intriguing instance is the usage of the term “loonie” to refer to the Canadian one-dollar coin. This word, originating from the loon bird illustrated on the coin, is exclusively Canadian and exemplifies our inclination to develop colloquial and affectionate expressions. Jack Chambers’ ideas provided a comprehensive understanding, namely his examination of linguistic patterns and the role of Canadian English as a mediator between British and American English. This documentary really enhanced my comprehension of the profound connection between our Canadian identity and our linguistic expressions.

  • “Passing as Human: The Far-Right Discursive Tactics in X-Men ’97 and Real-World Politics” “Mutant Morality and the Power of Representation: Examining Magneto’s Character in X-Men and the Discursive Effects of Immigration Policies” “The Triangulation of Race: Exploring Power Dynamics and Identity in Global Contexts” “Exploring the Intersection of Nationalism, Colonialism, and Identity in Contemporary Society”

    In
    the X-Men, “passing as human” is analogous to “passing as white” in the real
    world.
    This
    paper explores the articulation of virtues and vices in the far-right
    discursive tactics through a consideration of the X-Men ‘97 The Animated Series
    (2024). The analytical framework relies on the overarching researching pillar
    of Orientalism. In the context of this paper, Orientalism (Said, 1978; 1985)
    entails a Western disciplinary dispositif
    that perpetuates a particular political project based on dualities and
    hierarchies within modernity. It operationalizes power by the restructuring of
    knowledge systems that claim authority over the “Orient” and its people (Exotic
    Other). This claim to authority has to do with moral supremacy and the
    articulation of virtues and vices. The core concepts used in this paper are global white supremacy, exotic insiders, racial triangulation and gray spaces.
    Through
    an analysis of the X-Men ‘97, The Animated Series (TAS) (2024) episodes 1, I
    examine the far-right rhetoric in the fictional militia group known as Friends
    of Humanity (FOH), using the mutant allegory to unveil anthropological themes.
    These pertain to dualities maintained by global white supremacy (Beliso-De
    Jesús & Jemima, 2019; Meer, 2019). The dualities are manifested through
    racialized hierarchies. It also pertains to alternative ways of being and the
    potentialities of coexisting in the margins as I suggest through selected
    scenes of the X-Men TAS (1992-1997), and X-Men ‘97 TAS (2024). I do so using
    the X-Men vernacular to demonstrate how the X-Men may address issues of
    racialized subjectivities (Pierce, 2009, p. 193). To this end, I will point
    towards how fiction mirrors reality with comparisons to real-life political
    struggles.
    Abrar-ul-Hassan, S. (2021). Linguistic Capital in the University and the
    Hegemony of English: Medieval Origins and Future Directions. Sage Open,
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    Adamovsky, E. (2005). Euro‐Orientalism and the
    Making of the Concept of Eastern Europe in France, 1810–1880. The Journal of Modern History, 77(3),
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    Albarrán-Torres, C. & Burke, L. (2023).
    Postcolonial Superheroes: Unmasking Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Namor,
    Its Mesoamerican Antihero. Quarterly
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    Amel, M. (2020). Arab Marxism and National Liberation: Selected Writings of Mahdi Amel
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    Amouroux, C. (2009). Normalizing Christiania:
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    Beliso-De Jesús, M. A. and Pierre, J. (2020).
    Special Section: Anthropology of White Supremacy. American Anthropologist, 122: 65-75. https://doi.org/10.1111/aman.13351
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    García-Martín, E. (2018). Historic and
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    Goldin-Perschbacher, S. (2014). Icelandic
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    interest-convergence, and the double-consciousness of Asian Americans. Georgia State University Law Review, 37,
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    Hoenig, B. (2017). Europe’s New Scientific Elite Social Mechanisms of Science in the
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    Hopkins, P. D. (2009). The Lure of the Normal:
    Who Wouldn’t Want to Be a Mutant? In Rebecca Housel J. Jeremy Wisnewski (ed.), X-Men and Philosophy: Astonishing Insight
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    triangulation: including the people and nations of color on which White
    supremacy depends, Politics, Groups, and
    Identities, 10(3), 468-474. https://doi.org/10.1080/21565503.2021.1997767
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    Targeting Eastern Europe: An Emerging Research Programme. Central European Journal of International and Security Studies,
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    Plaster Busts in Gran Canaria as Folded Objects. Interventions, 26(2), 362–379. https://doi.org/10.1080/1369801X.2022.2158487
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    Mendoza-Denton, N. (2017). Bad hombres: Images
    of masculinity and the historical consciousness of US-Mexico relations in the
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  • Title: Understanding the Anthropological Perspective: Key Areas and Cultural Examples

    In your own words, provide a definition of each of the key areas of the Anthropological Perspective: 
    • non-ethnocentrism
    • cultural relativism
    • holistic
    • comparative. 
    Also, pick one of the four key areas (non-ethnocentrism, cultural relativism, holistic, comparative) and provide a  cultural example to further illustrate the application of this in the field. 
    Make sure to cite your source in APA format
    source: https://www.palomar.edu/anthro/intro/overview.htm

  • The Evolution of Primate Social Behavior Primates have long been recognized as highly social animals, living in complex social groups and exhibiting a wide range of behaviors that reflect their social nature. This paper will explore the reasons behind this social behavior in prim

    Be sure to use class sources in your responses and EDIT your paper. You do not need a works cited page. You must use the course texts, films, lectures, etc for full credit.(Film include : Ape Genius, Our Primate Family Tree)
    Chose one of the topics below and indicate which number you have chosen in your response (eg #2). Please respond with at least two full pages, double spaced. This does not include your name and date, etc. Please use Times New Roman 12 point font with one inch margins.
    1. Why are primates social?
    2. Differentiate between absolute and relative dating techniques, giving one example of each
    3. Describe the arboreal adaptation of primates and include specific anatomical characteristics.
    Remember that TurnItIn uses both plagiarism AND similarity reports to compare your responses to ANYTHING published on the internet. Even your quotes cannot take up more than 15% of your response!

  • Title: A Tale of Two Films: Exploring the Relationship between Culture, Environment, and Identity Summary and Review: Film 1: “I Can Find Its Transcript” “I Can Find Its Transcript” is a short documentary film that explores the

    In this assignment, it is required to summary and review the two films, then make connections between them and an article which you can 
    find in the attachment.
    Film 1, I can find its transcript, which you can find in the attachment. 
    Film 2: Eye of the camel: arabia sand sea and sky (51:49). You can find it on YouTube.
    Please make sure to make connections between the films and the article, with direct quote and citations. 

  • Title: The Expansion of Our Understanding of Life: A Look at Key Developments in Evolutionary Thought and the Influence of One Scholar’s Contribution In Chapter 2 of our textbook, “Key Developments in Evolutionary Thought,” we are introduced

    In this post, please begin by referring to the section Key Developments in Evolutionary Thought in Chapter 2 (pages 21-22). Which key development on this list do you find the most interesting and important? Please choose one (1) scholar (except Charles Darwin) and briefly discuss how their contribution led to an expansion of our understanding of life on this planet.
    Conclude this post by drawing a connection between this scholar’s work and Charles Darwin’s groundbreaking idea of ‘natural selection.’ Please watch this PBS video on evolution to get a brief overview of Charles Darwin’s lasting contribution to science.
    It is crucial to include quotes and chapter/page numbers in your post. 
    Sources 
    Chapter 2 pages attached 
    Video- https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dyiZaHIRM6w

  • “Exploring the Vibrant Culture and Commerce of Jean-Talon Market: An Observation and Analysis” “Exploring the Vibrant Flavors and Culture of Marché Jean-Talon: A Food Column”

    The assignment:  It consists in two parts:
    1) An observation of Jean-Talon market in Montreal during which you write your data (fieldnotes) in the observation grid provided as part of this assignment. Refer to document titled: Observation in Jean Talon market. No typewritten or audio/video recorded fieldnotes will be accepted.
    2) An analysis of the market using as data the fieldnotes you wrote in the observation grid.
    Submitting your assignment: You must submit one file, properly identified with your name and ID number. We will not grade anonymous assignments. This file contains:
    1) All your handwritten fieldnotes for this assignment must be entered in the observation grid provided (observation in Jean Talon market). Fieldnotes MUST be scanned (any photocopy shop can scan them for you), and handed in with your paper in a separate file.
    2) Your paper, i.e. your analysis of the market (between 2000 and 3000 words). Please print the word count at the end of your analysis. If you do the assignment in a team of two, the word count is between 3500 and 4000 words.
    The assignment itself
    Part 1:  Print the observation grid and take it to Jean-Talon market to do your fieldwork and write your fieldnotes. All sections must be filled.
    Part 2: Write your paper
    The task is to transform your field notes into a text.  It has been made easier by the fact that I have organized the fieldwork and observation in Marché Jean Talon around particular themes. You now need to ‘write it up’.
    A note on content :  All the themes contained in the observation guide must be included in your text. The map of the market, as you have drawn it, must also be included. Pictures are not allowed and must not be submitted.
    A note on style : You can opt to write the analysis up in any way you like : a short story ; a letter to a friend ; a mystery novel ; a food writer column ; a tourist guide, a research paper with a thesis you wish to argue, etc. However, the level of language must meet the requirements of an academic exercise: no slang, no spoken word forms (except in a dialogue), and impeccable grammar and spelling!
    How to start?
    First, you must start by reading your field notes so that you become familiar with the content. Read them more than once; identify the sections that are richer in data (the notes you have taken) and the sections that are weaker. If necessary, go back to the market, and fill in the holes. Identify the sections that you like the best and that may become more central to your text. Not all of us are sensitive to the same things and it may be that you were particularly attracted to the colors of the market that day, or impressed by the diversity of the fruits that were sold, or outraged by the prices!
    Choose the style in which you are going to do the writing up. This will inform the structure of the text. If you opt to write a research paper, then you must have a thesis around which your paper will be built and which will help you argue and describe. The latter could be: Going to market is an aesthetic experience. Or, Going to market means buying with a conscience. Or, Marché Jean-Talon is fashionable. Before starting, READ the ‘how to write a research paper’ guide to be found on the Concordia library website.
    If you opt to write a letter to a friend, then the structure can be freer, of course. Whatever the style you choose, aim at writing with flair, energy, and intellectual rigor. In all instances, you should be able to convey the essence of the market, its characteristics, its ambiance, etc. In all cases, you should have an argument in mind and this argument should be clear to the readers as they read your paper.
    Writing:
    Write an outline, rewrite it as need be, and follow it once you are happy with the final version. You are not obliged to follow the order of the themes as they appear in the observation guide.Focus on what is important or what caught your imagination and what you hope to convey in the letter, or in the short story, or in the food column. Always build an argument around the thesis you have chosen to discuss or write about in your letter, or your tourist guide, and line up your ‘proofs’.  Be careful of choosing a thesis that you can argue with the data you have.
    Except for the research paper, you do not need to include references to the literature. The emphasis will be on the depth of the data, the richness of the information, the precision of the observation, the meaning you can derive from what you saw and experienced.
    Do not limit yourself to a description. You must provide an analysis or contextualization as well whenever relevant. For instance, if you write that the market that day was red and green, and wax eloquent on the bright colors of the red peppers, it is important also to think about why that is the case, but also that the quantity of everything adds to the general impression of colors. Reflect on what the reasons behind (and consequences) such large quantities of food being produced. In other words, do not take things at face value. However aesthetically pleasing going to market may be, keep a critical mind!
    If you chose the research paper format, you must include an introduction and a conclusion as well as a bibliography (the latter is not included in the word count).
    This is how you will be graded:
    Fieldnotes (50% of the grade):
    We will assess their richness (diversity, precision, quantity, thoroughness).
    Analysis (50% of the grade):
    We will assess
    1) How you write up and present your data in your analysis, and make sense of it for the reader) (20%)
    2). The synthetic gaze (how you build a coherent picture of the market) (20%)
    The clarity and structure of writing and argument (10%)
    Planning your work
    Below, I am indicating the time you should devote to each elements of the assignment.
    Step 1:  Doing a bit of research on Marché Jean-Talon before going there (about 3 hours)
    Step 2: Observing Marché Jean-Talon and writing your observations in the grid (about 3 hours)
    Step 3:  Organizing your data (and adding some information that you have memorized or that you have gathered during Step 1) (about 2 hours)
    Step 4: Sorting/choosing pictures, reducing them, and writing a caption for each (about 1 hour)
    Step 5:  Writing an outline (about 30 minutes)
    Step 6:  Writing the paper itself: About 9 hours, spread over 3 or 4 days (or about 750/1000 words per day). This is quite possible: Keep in mind that during in-class essay exams, students routinely write about 1000 to 1200 words in 3 hours).

  • “Exploring Campus Culture: A Study of Foothill College through Participant Observation and Interviews”

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  • Title: “The Evolution of Feminism and Women’s Rights: Reflections on Steinem and Clinton’s Speeches in 2024”

    After reviewing both speeches of Gloria Steinem and Hillary Clinton, I’d like you to comment on which one resonated with you more and why. Further, I want you to express how you view “feminism” and “women’s rights” today–in 2024. As you prepare for this essay, don’t forget to expand your thinking beyond the U.S.   We always strive to consider the global implications of issues (per the week’s theme).

  • “Reflecting on My Personal Growth: A Journey of Self-Discovery”

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