ANTH 68
Anthropology and Museums
Course Description
An introduction to the field of museum studies or museology with a special emphasis on anthropology museums. Explores the meaning and function of museums and their changing role in the twenty-first century. Experience the curatorial role in an anthropology museum with hands-on experience in acquisition, conservation, identification, cataloging, exhibition, and interpretation of anthropological material.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49917 | ANTH 68 | 50Z | ······· | TBA-TBA | Lara Ghisleni | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-05-18 to 2026-06-26.
Footnote:
ANTH-068.-50Z-: This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. This is a 6-week class and begins the week of May 18, 2026.Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.
Class Materials
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.