Instructor Class Description

Time Schedule:

• Summer Quarter 2008
• Autumn Quarter 2008

Devon G Pena
ANTH 469
Seattle Campus

Special Studies in Anthropology

Delineation and analysis of a specific problem or related problems in anthropology. Offered occasionally by visitors or resident faculty.

Class description

This special topics course focuses on a critical reading of Karl Marx including Volume I of Capital and The Grundrisse. We will also read a variety of contemporary interlocutors including Sylvia Federici and Harry Cleaver. Finally, we will address the enduring relevance and significance of Marx in the history of anthropology and the rise of various critical anthropologies.

Student learning goals

General method of instruction

Discussion seminar with very few lectures by the professor and a focus on presentations by students focused on criticizing the course readings.

Recommended preparation

Start reading Karl Marx, Capital (Volume One).

Class assignments and grading

Five critical essays

Essays. Presentations. Attendance. Participation in course message board.

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Modified:June 21, 2008