Anthropology and Ethnography - week 2

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and definitions related to the concepts and methodologies in anthropology, particularly focused on ethnography and fieldwork.

Ethnography

A method of study in anthropology involving the observation and participation in the daily life of a community.

Participant Observation

A key method in ethnography where researchers engage with and observe the subjects in their natural environment.

Fieldwork

The practice of living in a community to conduct research and gather data for ethnographic studies.

Dou Donggo

An indigenous community studied in the context of anthropological research, particularly regarding justice and social interactions.

Justice in Dou Donggo Society

A community-centered approach to justice that emphasizes consensus and repairing social relationships rather than punitive measures.

Cultural Anthropology

A branch of anthropology that studies the cultural variations among humans, focusing on social norms, values, and practices.

Social Institution

Patterns of beliefs and behaviors that meet social needs, such as marriage, family, or law.

Ethnographic Data

Information collected through ethnographic methods such as interviews, observations, and participation.

Consensus in Dispute Resolution

An approach to resolving conflicts where all parties agree on the outcome, often used in small-scale societies.

Fieldwork Duration

The extended period anthropologists spend in the field, often lasting several years, to fully immerse themselves in the culture.

Cultural Relativism

The practice of understanding a culture on its own terms without making judgments based on one's own cultural norms.

Anthropological Ethics

The moral principles guiding anthropologists in their research, including protection of subjects and sensitivity to cultural practices.