6 courses with the subject ANT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ANT 231Cultural Anthropology3
FALL A foundational course in anthropology that places major emphasis on the concept of cultural variation in social construction and expression of the human experience. The course will prepare students for further studies in anthropology and culture through development of basic frameworks and research skills. The course is designed for a broad range of applications including professional and ministry contexts.
ANT 251XIntercultural Practicum (Destination Serve)0-1
Arranged by Department An applied learning course designed to help the student deepen his or her understanding of the cross-cultural experience through intentional and critical reflection. Must be accomplished alongside (and/or in preparation for) an approved cross-cultural experience such as a major practicum, study abroad, Destination Serve trip, etc. Students must also make arrangements to complete ICS 251F . Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading. (Cross-listed as ICS 251X )
ANT 252XIntercultural Practicum (Destination Serve)0-1
Arranged by Department An applied learning course designed to help the student deepen his or her understanding of the cross-cultural experience through intentional and critical reflection. Must be accomplished alongside (and/or in preparation for) an approved cross-cultural experience such as a major practicum, study abroad, Destination Serve trip, etc. Students must also make arrangements to complete ICS 252F . Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading. (Cross-listed as ICS 252X )
SPRING A study of the worldview, cognition, socio-cultural, linguistic behavioral, media and motivational factors that positively or negatively impact communication between persons of different cultures. Emphasis will be given to observing, describing and interpreting such factors and to understanding models and developing skills that will enhance intercultural trust and understanding, especially in the communication of biblical truth. Course Fee.
In every encounter between persons of different cultures, verbal and nonverbal factors facilitate or impede effective communication. With a focus on observing, describing, and interpreting these factors, this course is designed for students who plan to minister in sub-cultures within North America as well as for those who plan a career in foreign missions.
Arranged by Department A practicum, accomplished in a cross-cultural setting. In this course, students focus on the learning of family structure and relations, gender roles, neighbor and neighborhood relations, the structure and use of political power, the functioning of the economy, national literature and art forms, and the divulging and dissemination of news. The student will also study the cultural pastimes (sports, games, and diversions); the culture’s values concerning sex, material items, crime and punishment of criminals, and health and health care; as well as assessing the available educational facilities and procedures. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading. (Cross-listed as ICS 435X )
