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ANTH33796GD: Applied Anthropology

Journal Articles

Scholarly journals are an important type of secondary source in the study of anthropology. They provide academic research studies, theories, and analysis. The library carries a wide variety of journals. Search the library or select a database below. To learn more, go to Scholarly Sources.

Identifying Scholarly, Anthropology Articles

Most assignments for anthropology courses require journal articles that are scholarly and anthropological. But how do you know if your article meets the criteria? Here are a few things to look for:

When you find an article, check the journal. Journals focused on history often include the word "Anthropology" or "Ethnology" or related concepts in the title. In addition, the Journal homepage or About this Journal page will include details about the subjects covered in the journal.

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Anthropologists are typically academics engaged in the study of anthropology. They are usually employed by a university or other research institution and work in an anthropology department. Most scholarly publications will provide the authors credentials or affiliations. Look for the institution name next to the author name.

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Consider:

  • Language: Should be formal, and include concepts you have studied in class.
  • Length: Usually at least a few pages long
  • Thesis: Usually provided within the first few paragraphs or section

Avoid book reviews, news sources, or other types of articles.

For example:

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To learn more, go to Scholarly Sources.

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