ANTH M11 — The Anthropology of Magic, Witchcraft and Religion
Provides an introduction to human belief systems around the world and the manners in which anthropology investigates these. Examines the functions and structures of belief systems, cross-cultural classifications of religions, shamanism, religious change, and religious systems in global perspective. Analyzes the historical, social, and psychobiological factors that influence the development of religions, and emphasizes the application of cultural relativism when considering other cultures and beliefs.
Part of
- Anthropology, Associate in Arts
- Anthropology, Associate in Arts for Transfer
- Archaeology, Associate in Arts
- Chemistry, Associate in Science for UC Transfer
- California General Education Transfer Curriculum (CaI-GETC), Certificate of Achievement
- Moorpark College General Education
- General Studies: Society, Human Behavior and Culture