Assignment
You will have an abstract due on 9/25 by 5:00 PM, describing what you would like to research for your final project.
Your 'Final Project Abstract' assignment will be 3-4 paragraphs
(1) Please write a one (or two) paragraph summary, or paraphrase, of what you need to do for your final project, in general. Please do this is so I know that you've read and understood the assignment (which is posted below, under the aqua text).
(2) Next, please write 1 to 2 paragraphs on what group/religion/place you would like to specifically complete your final project on. This is creative and determined by you.
A. Please use your curiosity to determine what religion, religious activity, ritual, etc., that you would like to know more about. It must involve a physical place, group of people, etc., that you can visit and observe.
B. What topics--posted below under the yellow text-will you be covering in your research?
(You can work with one to two people on your final paper/project.)
Instructions for Final Project/Paper
You do not have to complete this part yet, but please read and familiarize yourself with what you will have to do.
Each individual or group will attend a religious ceremony as part of a religion in which they are not a member. Instructions on how to analyze the ceremony from an anthropological perspective will be provided. Instructor approval of ceremony attendance is required. Two sets of field notes and an abstract are included.
Section 1: Provide a brief description of the religion and make sure it includes all of the following if applicable. If the religion does not include the following, simply put "Not applicable" under the heading.
Section 2a: Provide a description of the ritual you attended. Make sure you describe the ritual you attended in detail.
Section 2b: In a page or so, describe your impressions of the ritual you went to. What did it emphasize? How did it differ from other religious rituals you are familiar with?
Topics to cover in research on your religion:
Myth - what are some of the myths in your religion?
Taboo - are there any taboos in your religion?
Ritual - describe the major rituals in your religion
Priests - does your religion have formal priests?
Prophets - are there any prophets in the religion?
Religious Use of Drugs - are there any drugs used in the religion?
Witchcraft - are there witches or witchcraft in the religion?
Divination - is there any means to tell the future in your religion?
Magic - can anyone cast spells or use magic?
Ghosts - are there positive or negative ghosts in your religion?
Souls - do people have souls in your religion?
Ancestor Worship - are ancestors actively worshipped.