Introduction to Archaeology

Anthropology 324 - Sonoma State University - Fall 2002

Taught by Dr. Bruce Owen

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So why come to class?

First, the lectures are illustrated with many images of sites and artifacts; pictures make things seem more real. Second, hearing me explain things might be easier than reading them, especially in the telegraphic format of the lecture notes. Third, numerous studies show that you remember things better if you get the information in various different ways, like reading, hearing, and seeing. Fourth, you can ask questions, and listen as others ask questions that you might not have thought of. Finally, I fill in details, explain arguments, and highlight the important points, which should make it easier to see the big picture rather than getting lost in the details.

Class Notes List

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Current (and past) reading assignments

This list will grow over the semester. It is based on the syllabus, but includes updates, changes, links, and details on the "to be announced" items. Most reading assignments are in the textbook (Thomas) or "Death by Theory" (Praetzellis). If you have been here before, press your browser's "reload" button to see the latest additions. You may need to scroll down.

Written assignments

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Handout List

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Links to Topics, Techniques, Fun Archaeology Stuff

Interesting, illustrated, easy, optional... check these out. If you have been here before, press your browser's "reload" button to see the latest additions.


A Tumilaca pottery motif Introduction to Archaeology by Bruce Owen
Copyright (c) 2003, Bruce Owen. All rights reserved.
Please send comments on content and presentation to bruce.owen@sonoma.edu.
URL of this document: http://bruceowen.com/introarch/324f2002.htm
Revised: 19 January 2003