Etnoantropoloski Problemi-Issues in Ethnology and Anthropology
Scope & Guideline
Fostering knowledge sharing in the realms of culture and society.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Practices and Traditions:
The journal consistently examines various cultural practices, traditions, and their significance in contemporary society, such as traditional dance, rituals, and folklore. - Socio-Political Contexts:
Research often includes analyses of socio-political contexts, exploring how historical and contemporary events shape cultural narratives and individual identities. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Emphasizes interdisciplinary methodologies, integrating perspectives from sociology, media studies, and history to enrich anthropological inquiry. - Gender Studies and Representation:
The journal highlights gender dynamics within cultural contexts, analyzing representation in media, historical narratives, and social structures. - Impact of Modernity and Technology:
Explores the effects of modernity, globalization, and technology on cultural practices and identities, including topics like digital culture and artificial intelligence. - Ethnographic and Qualitative Research:
Utilizes ethnographic methods to provide in-depth insights into cultural phenomena, ensuring a rich qualitative understanding of studied communities.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Culture and Media Studies:
An increasing number of publications are focusing on the intersection of digital culture and anthropology, analyzing social media's impact on identity, community, and cultural expression. - Health and Pandemic Studies:
Research exploring the anthropological implications of health crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, has gained traction, emphasizing the relationship between culture and public health. - Environmental Anthropology:
A growing interest in environmental issues, sustainability, and human-animal relationships reflects the journal's engagement with global ecological challenges. - Migration and Transnationalism:
Emerging themes related to migration, diaspora studies, and the experiences of migrant communities indicate a shift towards understanding cultural fluidity and transnational identities. - Anthropological Perspectives on Technology:
Exploration of technology's role in shaping human experience and cultural practices, including studies on artificial intelligence and its social implications, is trending. - Intersectionality in Gender Studies:
There is a marked increase in research that examines the intersections of gender, ethnicity, and class, highlighting diverse experiences and representations within cultural contexts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Ethnographic Studies:
There appears to be a decreasing emphasis on traditional ethnographic studies that solely document cultural practices without critical analysis of their socio-political implications. - Historical Analysis of Past Cultures:
While historical perspectives are still valued, there is a noticeable waning interest in purely historical analyses as the journal shifts towards contemporary issues and modern interpretations. - Focus on Isolated Communities:
There is a gradual decrease in studies focusing exclusively on isolated or marginalized communities, as the journal increasingly addresses global interconnectedness and transnational issues. - Static Cultural Representations:
Research that presents static views of culture, without considering dynamic changes and adaptations in response to modernity, is becoming less common. - Theoretical Anthropology without Empirical Basis:
Theoretical discussions that lack empirical grounding or case studies are declining, as the journal prioritizes research that illustrates real-world applications and implications.
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