Human Behavioral Ecology

Lecture, three hours; discussion, one hour (when scheduled). Recommended requisite: course 1 or Life Sciences 1 or 7B. Survey of research in human behavioral ecology. Review of natural and sexual selection, kin selection, and reciprocal altruism. Emphasis on current empirical studies of modern human behavior from evolutionary perspective, including social organization, sexual division of labor, parenting strategies, conflict, and cooperation. P/NP or letter grading.

Review Summary

Clarity
8.3 / 10
Organization
8.3 / 10
Time
0-5 hrs/week
Overall
8.3 / 10

Reviews

    Quarter Taken: Fall 2023 In-Person
    Grade: B+

    The material is pretty interesting and the professor is really knowledgeable about the material. Attendance was taken but it was a really small part of grade so it wasn't really mandatory. Simple class overall would recommend.

    Quarter Taken: Fall 2023 In-Person
    Grade: A-

    I definitely love this class and would take it again. If you're into bio anthropology, then this is one you should take. Exams are like 75% multiple choice and 25% short answers. Readings are somewhat redundant considering the lecture material, though the class assignments do require specifics from the readings.

Course

Instructor
Brian Wood
Previously taught
24F 23F 21W 19S

Grading Information

  • No group projects

  • Attendance required

  • 1 midterm

  • Finals week final

  • 50% recommend the textbook

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