Cultural Anthropology

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Cultural Anthropology

The Evolutionary Theory and Cultural Relativism of Edward Tyler in Anthropology

Edward Tyler (1832-1917) Difference and similarity is attributable to culture Edward Tyler (1832-1917) was a British social anthropologist best known for his theory of cultural evolution. Tyler’s...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Cultural Anthropology

Exploring the Significance of Cultural Diversity: Importance of Understanding, Respecting, and Adapting to Different Ways of Life

Culture complex and whole which includes knowledge, belief, art, morals, law, custom, and any other capabilities and habits acquired by a man as a member of society”...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Cultural Anthropology

Exploring, Confirming, and Applying: The Three Stages of Progress in Social Science Research

Three stages of progress Savagery, barbarism, civilization The three stages of progress are as follows: 1. Exploratory Stage: This is the initial stage of progress where researchers...

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...