Introduction to Biological Anthropology

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Explores the question of "What does it mean to be human?" from a biological perspective, while developing scientific literacy and critical thinking skills. Introductory evolutionary theory, biocultural influences and the role of sociocultural constructions of race in shaping human biology. Survey of primate diversity, ecology and behavior, with consideration of how non-human primate studies help us understand human evolution. History of fossil hominins, including evidence for the development of key anatomical and behavioral hallmarks of human uniqueness.