A) ethnocentrism, glorification, and cultural relativism What is the difference between these perspectives and why does it matter to anthropology? Why might anthropologists avoid glorification, even though it involves making positive statements? How might an anthropologist (or anthropology student) be sure to maintain a culturally relativistic perspective? Can you think of any examples of these perspectives being applied in the “real world”? ALL POSTS must also address the following with a parenthetical citation: How does this relate to some other aspect of this week’s material? B) The Roma Respond to your readings and content relevant to the Roma. Consider one or more of the following questions: What makes their culture so hard to define? What aspects of Roma tradition and recent experience are referenced in the Vama Veche music video? What ethnocentric and glorifying perspectives of Roma culture are presented in the music video? ALL POSTS must also address the following with a parenthetical citation: How does this relate to some other aspect of this week’s material? You may also include a personal response (in a separate paragraph): What do you think about this now that you have learned more about their culture?
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