Which of the ethnographic films or media lessons did you enjoy the most? What aspect of culture was covered in that film? Explain. The film is Hopi: Songs of the Fourth World
https://www.kanopy.com/en/marin/video/157541
Characteristics of Culture to discuss:
-it is a powerful defining characteristic of human groups that shapes our perceptions, behaviors, and relationships
-enculturation is learning a culture, post-birth
-belief refers to the mental aspects of culture; values, norms, philosophies, worldview, knowledge
-Practice refers to behaviors and actions
Characteristics of Culture
-it is shared, groups sharing common…
-it is symbolic
-it is learned; enculturation helps set the worldview
-it is adaptable / culture changes
-it is integrated

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