Anthropologist's Perspective

Definition

The anthropologist's perspective refers to the viewpoint and approach taken by anthropologists when studying human societies and cultures. It involves examining cultural variations, beliefs, practices, and social norms within different groups of people.

Related terms

Cultural Relativism:

This term refers to the belief that cultural practices should be understood within the context of that particular culture without imposing one's own values or judgments.

Ethnography: Ethnography is a research method used by anthropologists to immerse themselves in a specific culture or community to observe and document their customs, behaviors, and beliefs.

Cross-Cultural Comparison: This term refers to analyzing similarities and differences between different cultures in order to gain insights into universal human behavior patterns.