1. PROPOSAL (WK. 3) 5pts: In 1 paragraph, provide an overview of your final project selection. You are allowed to change your research focus before the submission of your field notes. Please provide the following in your proposal:

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1. PROPOSAL (WK. 3) 5pts: In 1 paragraph, provide an overview of your final project selection. You are allowed to change your research focus before the submission of your field notes. Please provide the following in your proposal:

1. a)  Subfieldofinterest(PhysicalAnthropology:Primatology;Paleoanthropology;or Archaeology).
2. b)  Provide an overview of the specific subject of interest.
3. c)  Why did you select that topic? Describe your intended research methods/approach.

• ANTHRO201GUIDELINESsp19.pdf

ANTHRO 201

Spring 2019

FINAL PROJECT GUIDELINES

This semester you will have the opportunity to engage with anthropology outside of the classroom

through off-campus research. Given the emphasis of the course, you will be able to choose between

observing non-human primates at the zoo (physical anthropology) OR exploring material culture at the

field museum (paleoanthropology and/or archaeology).

Material Culture

(Archaeology/Paleoanthropology)

Primate Observation

(Physical Anthro/Primatology)

Field Museum of Natural History 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive Chicago, Il 60605

www.fieldmuseum.org

Other centers:

Art Institute of Chicago National Museum of Mexican Art

Oriental Institute

Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 N. Clark St. Chicago, Il 60614

*Regenstein Center for African Apes (Chimps & Western Lowland Gorillas)

Helen Brach Primate House

Brookfield Zoo *Tropic World Primates- Africa 3300 Golf Road (South Gate Entrance)

Brookfield, IL 60513

1. PROPOSAL (WK. 3) 5pts: In 1 paragraph, provide an overview of your final project selection. You are

allowed to change your research focus before the submission of your field notes. Please provide the following in your proposal:

a) Subfield of interest (Physical Anthropology: Primatology; Paleoanthropology; or Archaeology).

b) Provide an overview of the specific subject of interest. c) Why did you select that topic? Describe your intended research methods/approach.

2. FIELD NOTES (2/20-3/27) 30 pts: Direct observations of your research topic across 2 field visits: detailed descriptions, 18-25 pictures/sketches with captions, post-observation reflection. In order to successfully complete this assignment, you will need to go out into the field at LEAST twice. Selfies are

required for each outing☺. The following items must be included (see student samples on D2L):

a) Dates. Start & End Times.

b) Location(s) visited. Include a section of the general layout.

c) Pre-Fieldwork thoughts and expectations. 2 paragraphs. Questions to consider: Why did you select this topic? What has your experience been with it? What preconceptions and/or knowledge do you have about the selected topic?

d) Observations/Descriptions. i. Include 18-25 pictures with captions.

ii. Notes should include detailed descriptions and comments. iii. Guiding questions to consider: http://www.fieldmuseum.org/

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e) Post-Fieldwork Reflection. 2-3 paragraphs.

i. Collect background research on your subject (online). Compare your pre-fieldwork

thoughts, observations and background research. To what extent were your

preconceptions confirmed, challenged, etc. What did you learn? Review and discuss

your research methods.

ii. MUSUEM: Reflect on the representation of the culture through material artifacts.

iii. PRIMATES: Reflect on how non-human primates help us understand humans and

their behavior.

NOTE: Keep in mind that you are not presenting your field notes. You are using your field notes as a basis for your

research topic (e.g. Primatology→ gorillas at the zoo→ gorilla diet; Archaeology→ Ancient Egypt→ mummification).

3. PRESENTATION (WKS. 14-15) 25pts: Report( Fact Sheet & Reflective Analysis) and Presentation.

a) Your “fact sheet” should include an introduction to the culture or primate species. (museum: cultural group, time-period, etc.; primates: geographic locations, natural habitats, typical social units & behaviors). 1 page single-spaced.

b) The reflective analysis is your opportunity to examine your topic through the anthropological lens and through the perspectives and information we have covered in class. 1 page single-

spaced.

c) Presentation. 6-8 minutes. Your presentation should be informative in nature. Be creative! You are strongly encouraged to use power point and pictures from your fieldwork visits. Your presentation will be graded on: the content and quality of the presentation; quality of information; appropriateness of visual aids & supporting materials; demonstration of

understanding of topic; engagement with the class; and your delivery and clarity of presentation (appropriate eye contact, voice quality, etc.). NOTE: A checklist with

guidelines and rubrics will be provided on Blackboard Week 8 of the semester.

❖ Plagiarism will NOT be tolerated. If you are unsure about something, please come talk to me and/or go to the writing center. Any plagiarism will result in an “F” assignment and you may be referred for additional action.

MUSEUM ZOO

Exhibit and Artifact Analysis.

• Be sure to provide a descriptive overview of the use of space, images, lighting, colors, and general location within the museum .

• What is the central theme of the exhibit?

• Consider the target audience and the extent to which the exhibit is

successful.

• Does the display accurately depict the culture you researched? Where did the information about this culture

come from?

• Be sure to provide a descriptive overview of the use of space. How many primates are

housed within this exhibit? (Include gender and age).

• Take notes on their behavior, locomotor patterns, anatomical similarities and differences, patterns of social interactions-

grooming, dominance behavior, etc. (esp. between mother and infant),

• As you are watching the primates, take very descriptive notes. Be prepared to observe

them for at least 45-60 minutes. You should also pay attention to how the humans are

observing the non-human primates and

vice-versa. What are their reactions?