(Answered):Participant Observation Assignment 3 . . . .

Question Description

Objective

o Demonstrate the ability to see issues from the perspective(s) of other groups/cultures by describing the values and communication styles found in groups different from one’s own and the way in which those differences can affect styles of verbal and nonverbal communication.

– Assignment

o Participant observation is a key methodology in cultural anthropology. This assignment is designed to provide you with firsthand experience conducting anthropological fieldwork in a local population. There are two parts to this assignment.

▪ PART 1: Pitch Idea

• Students should write a short (200 words) abstract that pitches their participant observation site (fieldwork setting or institution).