Prompt: Critical Reflection 1

WHAT?: Review the critiques of ethnography discussed in class on Monday. Explain how these same critiques can be applied to Huntington’s conceptualization of culture. Explain how Huntington’s argument is an example of an orientalist discourse.

SO WHAT?: Does this analysis help you to see or think differently, shift or expand you perspective on any current events in the news today?

NOW WHAT?: How does this information inform how you will begin your community experience? Do you see your role at your community partner site differently? What questions do you have about how these ideas or information relate to the community/people you will be working with?