Description
Several lectures on advanced research methods in archaeology and practical sessions where students work on analysis of a variation of burial and cremation contexts. Training using a computer simulated excavation of human burials. If available the course will be field based. Primarily self-directed (CBT) along with supervised fieldwork.
Examination:
Written report based on guidelines provided.
Method of instruction:
1 hour lecture on advanced methods, 3 hours practical sessions either by e-learning or two full weeks practical sessions on an excavation.
Required reading:
Selected reading.
Learning objectives:
To acquire an insight into the analysis and interpretation of human skeletal material in an archaeological context;
To be able to recognize how taphonomic processes have influenced an a bone assemblage and document the assemblage using photographs, drawings and a written field report;
To be able to relate taphonomic processes to various burial or cremation practices and be able to explain these;
To learn to write a report on the research questions, the applied methods and techniques, and the results and conclusions. In addition, the ability to disseminate these findings to a wider audience will be developed;
To be able to function in a multidisciplinary research group.
Language
Languages of instruction with be both Dutch and English.