Module #1 Introduction to Ethnography of Eating Practices Overview of the course, definition of ethnography, importance of studying eating practices
Module #2 Food as Culture Understanding food as a cultural phenomenon, its significance in shaping identities and communities
Module #3 The Anthropology of Food Key concepts and theories in the anthropology of food, including cultural nutrition and food systems
Module #4 Ethnographic Methods for Studying Eating Practices Introduction to ethnographic methods, including participant observation, interviews, and focus groups
Module #5 Case Study:Foodways in Traditional Societies In-depth examination of foodways in traditional societies, including hunter-gatherer and agrarian communities
Module #6 Food and Identity The relationship between food and identity, including how food choices reflect and shape individual and group identities
Module #7 Food and Power The role of food in power dynamics, including how food is used as a means of social control and resistance
Module #8 Food and Gender The intersection of food, gender, and power, including how food is gendered and how gender shapes food experiences
Module #9 Food and Migration The impact of migration on food practices, including how migrants adapt to new food environments and maintain cultural traditions
Module #10 Food and Globalization The effects of globalization on food systems, including the rise of fast food and the impact on local foodways
Module #11 Food and Health The relationship between food, health, and nutrition, including the impact of Western diets on global health
Module #12 Food and Environment The environmental impact of food systems, including sustainability, food waste, and climate change
Module #13 Food and Technology The impact of technology on food systems, including online food delivery, meal kits, and food robots
Module #14 Food and Media The representation of food in media, including food journalism, food television, and social media
Module #15 Case Study:Ethnographic Research in a Contemporary Food Setting In-depth examination of ethnographic research in a contemporary food setting, such as a restaurant or food truck
Module #16 Analyzing Food Practices Methods for analyzing food practices, including content analysis, discourse analysis, and sensory analysis
Module #17 Ethics in Food Research Ethical considerations in food research, including informed consent, anonymity, and cultural sensitivity
Module #18 Food and Social Justice The relationship between food and social justice, including food insecurity, food deserts, and food activism
Module #19 Food and Policy The role of policy in shaping food systems, including food policy, agricultural policy, and trade policy
Module #20 Food and Business The intersection of food and business, including food entrepreneurship, food marketing, and food branding
Module #21 Food and Design The role of design in shaping food experiences, including food packaging, food architecture, and food aesthetics
Module #22 Food and Ritual The significance of food in ritual and ceremony, including weddings, holidays, and other cultural celebrations
Module #23 Food and Memory The relationship between food and memory, including how food evoke emotions and nostalgia
Module #24 Food and Emotions The emotional significance of food, including how food is used to express emotions and create emotional connections
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Ethnography of Eating Practices career
