TY - BOOK AU - Nolan,Riall W. TI - The handbook of practicing anthropology SN - 9781118484340 AV - GN33 U1 - 301.01 23 PY - 2013/// CY - Hoboken, NJ PB - Wiley Blackwell KW - Anthropology KW - Methodology KW - Handbooks, manuals, etc KW - SOCIAL SCIENCE KW - General KW - bisacsh KW - Regional Studies KW - Sociology KW - fast KW - Electronic books KW - Handbooks and manuals KW - local N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; pt. 1. The practitioner career arc -- pt. 2. Practitioner bases -- pt. 3. Domains of practice -- pt. 4. Key issues -- pt. 5. Conclusion N2 - An essential career-planning resource, A Handbook of Practicing Anthropology presents a comprehensive account of contemporary anthropological practice written primarily by anthropological practitioners. Engagingly written and instructive accounts of practice by anthropological professionals working in corporations, governmental, entrepreneurial, and educational settings. Provides essential guidance on applying anthropological principles on the job: what works well and what must be learned. Emphasizes the value of collaboration, teamwork, and continuous learning as key elements to success in non-academic careers. highlights the range of successful career options for practitioners, describes significant sectors of professional activity, and discusses key issues, concerns, and controversies in the field. Chapters examine key practice sectors such as freelancing, managing a consulting firm, working for government, non-profits, and corporations, and the domains of health, industry, education, international development, and the military UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/9781118486597 ER -