A Cross-Cultural Analysis of Hunter-Gatherer Social Learning

Social Learning and Innovation in Contemporary Hunter-Gatherers Springer Japan Published In Pages: 19-34
By Garfield, Zachary H., Garfield, Melissa J., Hewlett, Barry S.

Hypothesis

Vertical and oblique transmission are the most common forms of cultural transmission among hunter-gatherers (26).

Note

Vertical transmission occurred in 37% of cases, oblique transmission in 34%. Horizontal transmission accounted for only 10% of frequency data. No formal statistical test.

Test

Test NameSupportSignificanceCoefficientTail
UNKNOWNSupportedUNKNOWNUNKNOWNUNKNOWN