Courses Quote by Alan Dundes
“There is more to folklore research than fieldwork. This is why in all of my other upper-division courses I require a term paper involving original research.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Folklore Studies, University of Pennsylvania, 1995
Folklore research demands original investigation beyond fieldwork, integrating theory and practice.
In simple terms: Research must include original work.
Key Takeaway
Combine fieldwork with original analysis.
Themes
research methodology
folklore
originality
Mood
analytical
academic
Type
educational
scholarly
When to use this quote
- upper‑division courses
- term papers
- original research projects
- academic seminars
Key Concepts
anthropology
academic rigor
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What original sources could you explore?
- How does theory guide field observations?
A Different Perspective
Original research can be limited by resources.
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