Professor: Leis Course format: Seminar Number of respondents: 20 Total Enrollment: 21 Class Composition: Froshs: 0 Sophs: 2 Jrs: 5 Srs: 14

Instructor Average: 2.06 Course Average: 2.01

The goal of "History of Anthropology" was to examine the history of anthropology and the people involved in shaping the various movements that have occurred along the way. AN 10 and AN 50 were both prerequisites, and some respondents added that previous knowledge of the work of some anthropologists was useful in identifying similarities and differences to others in their work.

The class enjoyed the way dialogue was used during class time. They really liked some of the discussions they had, even though the professor would sometimes cut students off before they really got into a discussion. He was always willing to take time outside of class to help students. However they did not always think his lectures were very helpful and he was a dull speaker. They also did not think the movies were necessary.

In general, survey respondents thought the readings were useful. They did not always like reading them, but the readings always helped with the class. Students had to complete one short paper, one 10-20 page paper and a final take home exam. The assignments matched students expectations and they did not think the assignments needed improvement.

Students generally spent about two to four hours on this class per week and more at the end of the course. This course is required for the anthropology concentration, and many students said not to take it unless you are a concentrator. However, they also said it is interesting and compliments other anthro classes well.

View AN/0190 in the Brown Online Course Announcement.