Adam Park, Social Science Teacher at Senioritis.io

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Cultural Anthropology

Lewis Henry Morgan: Exploring His Contributions and Theories on Human Society and Kinship Systems

Lewis Henry Morgan (1818-1881) agrees with Tyler- differences come from different stages of evolution, uni-linear cultural evolution Lewis Henry Morgan was an American anthropologist and lawyer who...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Cultural Anthropology

Understanding Uni-Linear Cultural Evolution: The Theory and Its Criticisms

Uni-linear cultural evolution doesn’t quite fit- why do some cultures have seemingly “civilized” marriages but don’t use money Uni-linear cultural evolution is a theory that suggests that...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Cultural Anthropology

The Legacy of Anthropologist Franz Boas: Championing Cultural Relativism and Empirical Fieldwork Methods

Franz Boaz (1858-1942) differences and similarities come from unique processes of change. cultural traits can diffuse from one culture to another (non-directional) Franz Boas (1858-1942) was a...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Cultural Anthropology

Understanding Society: The Role of Functionalism in Sociology, Psychology, and Philosophy

Functionalism practices, beliefs, and institutions that fulfill social and psychological needs- of an individual Functionalism is a theory in sociology, psychology, and philosophy that suggests that societies...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Cultural Anthropology

Understanding Structural Functionalism: Exploring Societal Functions and Equilibrium

Structural functionalism practices, beliefs, and institutions that work together to keep society functioning- of the group Structural functionalism is a sociological theory that views society as a...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Cultural Anthropology

Unveiling the Earliest Human Ancestor: Sahelanthropus Tchadensis

Sahelantropus tchadensis (6-7 mya) oldest known fossil, closer to modern human than orangutans Sahelanthropus tchadensis is an extinct hominid species that lived approximately 6-7 million years ago...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Cultural Anthropology

The Distinctive Characteristics of Hominins: Evolutionary Adaptations and Behavioral Traits

Characteristics of Hominins 1) skeletal modifications for bipedal locomotion (Not nec. full time)2) canine- premolar- 3 shearing complex unique dentition 3) forward placed foramen magnum (spinal cord...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Civil Law

Maximizing Tax Benefits: Understanding Investment Interest and Its Deduction Against Investment Income

What is investment interest? Interest paid or accrued on a debt that was incurred to purchase property held for investment.Property held for investment is any property that...