Anth G230 - Intermediate Seminar: Archaeological Myth And Mystery Silliman, Sullivan

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University of Massachusetts-Boston

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An intermediate Seminar focused on critically exploring the myths, mysteries, frauds, and fantasies surrounding archaeology. Topics include sunken continents, aliens, early visits to the Americas, archaeoastronomy, psychic methods, and New Age religion. The goal is to examine diverse claims about the past, good and bad uses of archaeological evidence, and the persistence of popular misconceptions about archaeology and history. This course may be counted toward the Anthropology major. PREREQUISITES: English 101, 102, and a G100 course or 30 transfer Credits. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umb.edu

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(617) 287-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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