Ethnography of Childhood (KSK_141)
About Study Course
Objective
To develop students’ understanding of how childhood is conceptualised in our society, as well as to become familiar with the theoretical literature in this regard, thus enabling students to develop in-depth knowledge regarding the interpretation of childhood and research in this field.
Prerequisites
Classical anthropological theories.
Learning outcomes
1) The student is able to present knowledge of the main directions of research in the childhood anthropology;
2) The student is able to evaluate different children research methods and the challenges related thereto;
3) The student is able to formulate research issues related to child research in Latvia;
4) The student is able to provide an analysis related to the topic of childhood;
5) The student is able to participate actively in the classes because they are familiar with the required readings;
6) The student is able to participate in the e-discussion.
1) The student is able to apply knowledge to the analysis of complex situations;
2) The student is able to theoretically plan child-related research;
3) The student is able to make a presentation on an issue related to childhood.
Students will be able to critically evaluate the theoretical and empirical material covered in this study course, use it to interpret and analyse other theoretical and empirical material, and apply it to practical problem solving and research.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Anthropology, SAM | 1 | Master’s | Limited choice | Karīna Vasiļevska-Dāsa |
