ANTH 151DIntroduction to Design Anthropology
This hands-on, immersive, collaborative course introduces students to “design anthropology,” a field of research and analysis that integrates ethnographic methods with principles and approaches drawn from the arts, business, science and technology studies, computer science, engineering, and other related fields. The course covers major debates, methods, and professional opportunities in design anthropology through readings, practical exercises, group activities, and a quarter-long research project that will mimic the design process used by professionals. Students work on collaborative research project through all stages from project development to research to analysis to presentation.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 2.
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When it runs
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Laboratory | Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm | McHenry Lib 1350 | M. L. Caldwell | Open 23/27 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Caldwell | 4.0 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 40% | 30 |
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