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Introduction to Biological Anthropology

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/27/25 - 5/14/25
MoWeFr 1p.m. – 1:50p.m.		 McCormack M02-0208 3 $1984 (guest students)
Date
1/27/25 - 5/14/25
Time
MoWeFr 1p.m. – 1:50p.m.
Location
McCormack M02-0208
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1984 (guest students)

Description

The study of human biological evolution and human population variation. This course introduces the history, theory, and methods of research in biological anthropology through lectures and hands-on exercises. Major topics include: geological time, classification, and the place of humans in the animal world; evidence for primate and human evolution; evolutionary theory and genetics; and discussion of the evolutionary forces involved in producing human population variation. This course addresses, in assignments and during class time, the following general education capabilities: critical thinking; using technology to further learning; quantitative reasoning; collaborative work; and effective communication.

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/27/2025 - 5/14/2025

Location

McCormack M02-0208

Enrolled / Capacity

35 / 35

Status

Closed

Instructor

Rita Shepard Valley

Tuition*

$1984 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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