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Archaeology: Detectives of the Past

Social Studies High School

About This Course

George Santayana once said, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” The field of archaeology helps us to better understand the events and societies of the past that have helped to shape our modern world. This course focuses on the techniques, methods, and theories that guide the study of the past. Students will learn how archaeological research is conducted and interpreted, as well as how artifacts are located and preserved. Finally, students will learn about the relationship of material items to culture and what we can learn about past societies from these items.

Terms Offered

  • (25-26) Semester 2

NCAA Approved?

Yes

Course Type

Plus

Standards

  • Common Core State Standards-Literacy in History/Social Studies
  • Science
  • & Technical Subjects
  • Social and Emotional Learning Competencies and Indicators (CASEL)

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