Proseminar in Archaeology

General

Prefix

ANTH

Course Number

630

Course Level

Graduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Liberal Arts

Description

Archaeological theory and methods of inquiry, analysis and explanation. Major historical developments in anthropological archaeology and contemporary theoretical perspectives.

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Develop an understanding of anthropological approaches to the human past, including theory in archaeology.

Outcome

Develop an understanding of anthropological approaches to the human past, including analysis and interpretation of archaeological data.

Outcome

Develop an understanding of anthropological approaches to the human past, including cultural patterns and cultural change in the human past.

Outcome

Demonstrate the ability to read, think, and evaluate theoretical perspectives critically.

Outcome

Demonstrate an ability to analyze qualitative data and quantitative data.

Outcome

Acquire knowledge of, and respect for, human cultural diversity worldwide and through time.

Outcome

Understand and apply archaeological theory to a variety of settings.