ANTHRO 8 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Biological Anthropology
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Archaeological methods and techniques used to gather data for the evaluation of past and present human societies. The elements of cultural and social organization that enable human societies to grow and flourish. Connecting in society units versus individual parts. The development of complex societies (civilization) in different world regions. Appreciation of the role of archaeology and heritage in the modern world. The way how the past figures into the present. Time scale of archaeology (time period we will be focusing our interest) 3. 3 million years ago to the present (human involvement) A prehistory of ordinary people (human interaction with food, goods, and work) Can read the material before or after lecture. Keep up with reading at the same time of lecture. 2 midterms, one paper, and one final exam. Discussion participation is 20% of the course grade. For email put anthro 8 in the subject line.
