This course will teach students the craft of ethnography, with two main foci: the collection and analysis of field data and the critique and analysis of ethnographic texts. Students should have a specific field site prior to the course since they will immediately begin writing up their insights and observations. In addition, students will evaluate selected ethnographies for their theoretical, analytical, descriptive, and writing contributions. The readings will come from the disciplines of sociology and anthropology, and range in their themes. This range exposes students to both traditional and innovative works, ones that will help them figure out their own ethnographic approach. In all, this course will serve as a space of dialogue and exchange, where students share field notes and experiences,offer constructive criticism and insights, and practice innovative writing and ideas.