Cultural Anthropology

This course is a study of Cultural Anthropological principles used in identifying, describing and relating one’s own culture and other cultures likely to be encountered in cultural, cross – cultural or inter – cultural ministry. In other words this course shall seek to provide the student with an overview of human behavior as developed and expressed in various cultures. The course will also seek to provide tools for more effective inter – cultural communications as well as giving a mirror in which to see ourselves more clearly. Extensive reading in the field of Cultural Anthropology will be required from each student. In addition the students are expected to place much emphasis on critical self – reflection in looking at their own experiences and that of others in relation to their respective ministries. Students are also encouraged to discuss any special learning needs they identify with the instructor.