Module #1 Introduction to Marriage and Kinship Defining marriage and kinship, importance of studying cross-cultural perspectives
Module #2 The Anthropology of Kinship Understanding kinship systems, types of kinship, and their significance
Module #3 Marriage across Cultures Overview of marriage practices, forms, and functions worldwide
Module #4 Monogamy and Polygamy Exploring monogamous and polygamous marriages, their cultural context, and implications
Module #5 Arranged Marriages Understanding the practice of arranged marriages, their cultural significance, and modern adaptations
Module #6 Love and Romance in Different Cultures Examining the concept of love and romance, its cultural expressions, and implications for marriage
Module #7 Kinship and Descent Understanding kinship systems, descent rules, and their impact on family structure
Module #8 Matrilineal and Patrilineal Societies Exploring matrilineal and patrilineal societies, their kinship systems, and implications for womens roles
Module #9 Family and Household Structures Analyzing different family and household structures, their cultural context, and implications for kinship
Module #10 Marriage and Kinship in Indigenous Cultures Examining marriage and kinship practices in indigenous cultures, their historical context, and modern challenges
Module #11 Marriage and Kinship in Asian Cultures Exploring marriage and kinship practices in Asian cultures, their cultural significance, and modern adaptations
Module #12 Marriage and Kinship in African Cultures Analyzing marriage and kinship practices in African cultures, their cultural context, and implications for family structure
Module #13 Marriage and Kinship in European Cultures Examining marriage and kinship practices in European cultures, their historical context, and modern changes
Module #14 Marriage and Kinship in Latin American Cultures Exploring marriage and kinship practices in Latin American cultures, their cultural significance, and implications for family structure
Module #15 Same-Sex Marriage and Kinship Analyzing same-sex marriage and kinship practices, their cultural context, and implications for family structure
Module #16 Globalization and Changing Kinship Practices Examining the impact of globalization on kinship practices, modern challenges, and adaptations
Module #17 Cultural Exchange and Kinship Exploring cultural exchange and its impact on kinship practices, intermarriage, and cultural identity
Module #18 Kinship and Family in the Digital Age Analyzing the impact of technology on kinship and family practices, online communities, and virtual kinship
Module #19 Conflict and Resolution in Kinship Systems Examining conflict and resolution mechanisms in kinship systems, their cultural context, and implications for family structure
Module #20 Marriage and Kinship in Refugee and Migrant Communities Exploring marriage and kinship practices in refugee and migrant communities, their cultural context, and implications for integration
Module #21 Kinship and Social Inequality Analyzing the relationship between kinship and social inequality, its cultural context, and implications for social justice
Module #22 Marriage and Kinship in the Diaspora Examining marriage and kinship practices in diasporic communities, their cultural context, and implications for identity and belonging
Module #23 Kinship and Power Dynamics Exploring the relationship between kinship and power dynamics, its cultural context, and implications for gender and social roles
Module #24 Marriage and Kinship in the 21st Century Analyzing modern trends and challenges in marriage and kinship practices, future directions, and implications for society
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Marriage and Kinship in Different Cultures career
