# Anthropology Spotlight

> Anthropology research and news aggregator with conference and publication updates. (iPhone/iPad app by Wiley.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anthropology-spotlight/id477973128 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Wiley](https://appshunter.io/developer/334132751)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-11-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anthropology-spotlight/id477973128/reviews.md

## What is Anthropology Spotlight?

Anthropology Spotlight is a must-have app for all Anthropologists brought to you by Wiley-Blackwell.

This exciting new app gives you the following community features at your fingertips, anywhere, anytime -

• Latest information on key Anthropology conferences and latest conference tweets
• Latest abstracts for Anthropology articles and books, including the ability to ‘follow’ your favorite publications
Latest Special Issues, including free articles
• Access to a series of Publishing Workshops, in audio and PDF format
• Customizable YouTube search tool to find educational videos
• A customizable search of scholarly literature, blogs and news articles related to Anthropology
• Customizable Syllabi Search tool to find syllabi freely available on institutional websites, perfect for generating teaching ideas
• The ability to bookmark any content you see, email yourself a Reading List and share content via Facebook and Twitter
• The ability to add your own RSS feeds, allowing you to keep track of your favorite sources.

This unique app shines a powerful spotlight on Anthropology, enabling you to instantly read all the latest news and developments in your field. Whether you want to keep track of broad trends across the discipline or focus in on a subfield, Anthropology Spotlight is an essential tool for your research and teaching.

## Key features

- Conference updates and tweets
- Latest abstracts and publications
- Publishing workshop access
- Educational video search
- Scholarly literature search
- Syllabi search for teaching ideas
- Content bookmarking and sharing

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anthropology-spotlight/id477973128/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great

*2012-09-17*

We need more anthropological apps like this! The free sample issues and abstracts are great!

### 4/5 — Finally! User friendly Anthro app

*2012-06-12*

I really like how I can access free full size articles! I also appreciate the other links it provides; google scholar, etc.
Only thing is, I wish u could send the full articles PDF to iBooks... If u can, it didn't work for me.

### 4/5 — Good but needs work

*2012-04-25*

Great app for anthropologists and really the only thing available, for that I gave it four stars. But it really needs a better interface and more functions like alerts and so on. Info can be hard to find and browse and content doesn't always load. Hopefully future versions will be better.

### 4/5 — Nice

*2011-12-14*

Seems like a great way to browse and share new articles and news in the anthro world, but as far as research goes it needs a way to interface with my university library to allow me access to all the articles

### 2/5 — Unless you have money.....

*2011-11-17*

You will not be able to read the whole entire articles given,sadly you are allowed to only read a summery. If you go on to try to read the article you end up at this company's web page that accesses the info for you 95% of the time.Though here's the catch you can't buy your way in .....you have to be a part of an association to join them($35,000 fee included),in order to have access to the rest of the information ....unless you are that "rare" person who is allowed join (which means no-one  of normal caliber....like me) so in all regards its a waste of your time if you are a normal person looking for good info to read >:(
      Though I have to say its nice to read for 20 minutes several summarized hypothesis on certain subjects so that's why I gave it two stars......

## Frequently asked questions about Anthropology Spotlight

### What kind of content does Anthropology Spotlight offer?

Anthropology Spotlight provides the latest information on key anthropology conferences, abstracts for articles and books, special issues with free articles, and access to publishing workshops. It also includes tools for searching educational videos, scholarly literature, blogs, news articles, and teaching syllabi.

### How can I track my favorite anthropology sources with Anthropology Spotlight?

You can 'follow' your favorite publications to receive the latest abstracts and articles. Additionally, the app allows you to add your own RSS feeds to keep track of your preferred sources.

### Can I save and share content from Anthropology Spotlight?

Yes, you can bookmark any content you find within the app. You can also email yourself a reading list and share content directly via Facebook and Twitter.

### Is Anthropology Spotlight suitable for educators?

Yes, the app features a customizable Syllabi Search tool that helps find freely available syllabi on institutional websites, making it perfect for generating teaching ideas and resources.

### What is the update frequency for Anthropology Spotlight?

The app was last updated on September 18, 2017, with version 1.18. It was originally released on November 8, 2011.

### What devices is Anthropology Spotlight available on?

Anthropology Spotlight is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Anthropology Spotlight?

Anthropology Spotlight has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide audience.

### Does Anthropology Spotlight have ads?

No, Anthropology Spotlight does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.18 — 2017-09-18

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Minor bugs fixed.

### 1.17 — 2017-06-10

Sample Issues updated.

### 1.15 — 2015-07-31

Updated Free Sample Issues

### 1.12 — 2014-07-18

Updated Free Sample Issues

### 1.11 — 2014-01-21

iOS 7 support added.

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