ANTHR 215
Introduction to Archaeology: Method and Theory
Anthropology
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Field and analytic methods and their relevance to data acquisition; use of theory and the relation of theory to methods.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Archaeological Methodology and Theory
Learning Outcome
Students will gain a knowledge of the history of archaeology as well as an exposure to basic archaeological theory and methodological practices in the field. Through this study, students will also gain a knowledge of the most important figures in archaeology as well as the major sites world-wide integrated with a chronology of world pre-history and history relevant to archaeological research.
Title
Critical Thinking and Understanding
Learning Outcome
Learning activities for this course have been designed to help students:
gain a more detailed knowledge of the history of archaeology;
develop a greater understanding archaeological theory and method;
develop and apply these skills and knowledge;
and further develop skills in critical thinking, research and argumentative writing.
