CEAN 0907 - Discovering the Past: Introduction to Prehistory and Archaeology

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Brown University

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What is archaeology? How has it contributed to the study of past human history and present-day human behavior? This course offers an introduction to the basic principles and methods of archaeological research. Several varieties of archaeology will be emphasized, including: prehistory, historical archaeology, maritime archaeology and forensic archaeology. Students will experience archaeology firsthand through laboratory exercises, artifact analyses, interactions with professional archaeologists, and may visit an archaeological site.

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.brown.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 863-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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