ANSO 1073 - Introduction to Archaeology

Institution:

Webster University

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Description:

Archaeology, defined simply, is the study of humanity through its material manifestations. It is also about trying to understand something of our common humanity by examining the physical traces of the people of the past. These traces don't have to be old, and you don't have to dig for them; the vast majority of archaeological work, however, does involve digging up old materials people have left behind. The key, then, is the method. How do you deal with the material? What kind of conclusions can be drawn from it, and how do you arrive at them? We will examine the scope and usefulness of archaeology, as well as the ethics of doing it at all.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.webster.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 961-2660

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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