Natural history of human communication

Evolution of communication

The course is an introduction to the natural history of human communication. First it rapidly present the evolution of communication in the animal kingdom. Then human communication is presented as it has evolved from primatic ancestral forms. The more recent theories about what is specifically human in communication (apart language!) are proposed. The following topics are discussed : the attachment theory; social cognition in dogs, monkeys, apes and children; facial expressions as biologically and culturally bounded; interactional synchrony, mother-baby interaction, empathy, intersubjectiviy. The aim is to indentify what makes human communication and interaction so special and how it opens up to cultural invention.

Introduction to biological anthropology

This course places humans in the context of the living world and the planet, in both time and space. The main chapters cover the origin of the Earth and life, the evolution of organisms including primates, the classification and diversity of non-human primates, the biological and cultural origins of humans and the different stages of human lineage evolution, and finally, the place of humans in ecosystems.

Evolution of communication

Regarding the content : to provide knowledge about the evolution of communication in a broad perspective. The aim of the course is also to insist on non-verbal communication as the fundamental structure of all (verbal or not) exchanges. Regarding more transversal competencies : students are expected to learn to read scientific papers and to write a well argued text on the basis of scientific papers.

Introduction to biological anthropology

See the introduction of syllabus.

An introduction to biological anthropology for human sciences.

Evolution of communication

1- To have passed the course "Theories of communication". If not, the student must read :
- Watzlawick P., J.H. Beavin & D. D. Jackson (1972). Une logique de la communication. Paris, Seuil.
- Winkin, Y. (1986-2000). La nouvelle communication. Paris, Seuil.
2/ To be able to read, understand and synthetize a paper in english.

Introduction to biological anthropology

Biological basis.

Evolution of communication

4 hours of practical exercices in small groups are organized in order to help the students to read and understand the english scientific papers.
During these practical exercices, students will be given previous year's exams, in order to have them precisely understand what is excpected from them.

Introduction to biological anthropology

Theory : Lectures in face-to-face

Practical exercises :

The practical work focuses on the identification of fossil hominid and primate skulls studied during the course. These practical sessions follow a hybrid flipped classroom approach, combining in-person skull handling exercises with virtual practical work.

The first phase (online) consists of (a) acquiring theoretical knowledge (through video capsules: criteria for skull identification, basic concepts), and (b) virtual skull identification exercises using a website (a tool for virtual manipulation of skull casts through 3D modeling, and a self-assessment tool for skull identification skills based on selected criteria).

The second phase (in-person) involves (a) the physical handling of skulls, (2) supplemented by an augmented reality tool ("merge cube") available on a smartphone or tablet.

These practical sessions are part of the exam material.

Evolution of communication

Face-to-face course


Additional information:

The teaching is ex cathedra. The course has a strong visual support (slides and film) that is provided to the students via the MyULg portal. Additional sessions in small groups are provided to read and understand the scientific papers and to be prepare the examination. Teaching is at the second term, 2 hours/week, plus 4h exercices. Location and precise agenda to be determined. See
http://cipl82.philo.ulg.ac.be/horaires

Introduction to biological anthropology

Face-to-face course


Additional information:

Second semester

Theory : face-to-face

Practical exercices : hybrid

Evolution of communication

The scientific papers that are discussed during the course are published by the Liège University Press. The ppt presentations are posted on MyULg.

Introduction to biological anthropology

Platform(s) used for course materials:
- eCampus


Further information:

Theory : 1 syllabus distributed by the universitary Press and slides

Practical exercices in hybrid : in face-to-face AND online : TP Virtuels Antropologie Biologique Prof. Poncin (uliege.be)

Evolution of communication

Exam(s) in session

Any session

- In-person

written exam ( open-ended questions )


Additional information:

The assessment is in the form of an open book written assignment. 


The evaluation will be based on the following points: understanding of the question, richness and understanding of the proposed content, quality of reasoning, respect of formal criteria. 

For the examination the students will need to have their written texts with them, but course notes and slides are not allowed. The texts must be devoid of hand writing. 

Introduction to biological anthropology

Exam(s) in session

Any session

- In-person

written exam ( multiple-choice questionnaire )


Additional information:

Multiple choice questions in first and second session.

Evolution of communication

Introduction to biological anthropology

Check class schedule and location on CELCAT

Evolution of communication

Teacher
Véronique SERVAIS, Pr.


Faculté des Sciences Sociales
Place des Orateurs, 3, B31 
Sart Tilman
4000 Liège
+ 32 4 366 32 08
E-mail v.servais@uliege.be
Secrétariat Fass
secretariat.fass@uliege.be

Secrétariat ASC
Evelyne Libens
Tél. 04 366 32 86

Introduction to biological anthropology

Prof. Pascal Poncin (P.Poncin@ulg.ac.be ; 04/3665080)

Supply teacher: Dr. Fany Brotcorne (fbrotcorne@uliege.be)

For any question, please contact: Dr. Fany Brotcorne (fbrotcorne@uliege.be)


Assistant supervising TP: Dr. Alice Ledent (aledent@uliege.be)


 
Secrétariat : Valérie Beaupain

Valerie.Beaupain@ulg.ac.be

04/3665081

Introduction to biological anthropology

There is no MOOC associated with this course.

Introduction to biological anthropology

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