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Participation Opportunities

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PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES

PROJECT ARCHAEOLOGY PARTICIPANTS DISCOVER THE SCIENCE OF ARCHAEOLOGY THROUGH: lesson plans that teach basic concepts and principles; the expertise of professional archaeologists; discussions of the need to preserve and protect sites and artifacts; and consideration of Native American and other cultural perspectives on archaeological preservation.

PROJECT ARCHAEOLOGY GUIDELINES SERVE TWO PURPOSES: 

Guidance For Planning A New State, Local, Or Regional Project Archaeology Program

Guidance For Maintaining An Existing Project Archaeology Program.

Download Project Archaeology Guidelines (.pdf)

"My students came away from this unit with the feeling that they had made significant advances in their ability to reason
and the data and feedback that I recorded showed that they were correct."  - Teacher, Hot Springs, MT

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Testimonials

TESTIMONIALS

Check Out What Others Think of Project Archaeology

Project Archaeology is a national leader in archaeology education and provides a way for federal agencies to fulfill Section 106 compliance goals. Project Archaeology develops and distributes high-quality education products in conjunction with Section 106 projects and delivers them to educators through professional development. The national reach of the program ensures wide-spread distribution of products. Because Project Archaeology is a permanent national program, new products will be distributed through the National Network of State and Regional Project Archaeology programs, through the Internet and direct sales to educators.

"When the Common Core was adopted, we were told that we were not expected to broaden the amount of material being taught, but we were to add more depth. Project Archaeology gives me all sorts of ways to deepen the curriculum for my students. It’s an added bonus that I’m positive they will really enjoy learning it."

EDUCATOR - Utah

"This is by far the best workshop I have attended in a very long time. Not only did I learn new lessons to teach, but I am so excited that I can integrate them right into reading, writing, and math."

WORKSHOP ATTENDEE - United States

"Project Archaeology helped me explore and process traditional Dine' teachings and taboos about death and "Ancient Ones" who left artifacts, and messages on rock walls. Instead of being afraid of archaeological sites, like I used to be, I have changed my perspective and try to compare and correlate these two world views. There are still things I avoid, because of my tribal teachings, but some I can work through."

NEBO TITLE VI INDIAN EDUCATION COORDINATOR - Eileen Quintana

"Wow, I already have plans for your curriculum! I love it! During our PIR days, our school had two main objectives – Incorporating Native American studies across the curriculum, and writing. Your work covers BOTH…Our theme for the month of September is a “persuasive” paper. I have been struggling to come up with a meaningful topic for sixth graders… until now. This is perfect and so meaningful and relevant to our study of ancient civilizations…my recent exposure to the Anzick site has touched me deeply and inspired me to learn more! I’m truly excited about what lies ahead, and am so grateful for your collection of work that you have shared with me and other educators."

6TH GRADE TEACHER - Montana

“Project Archaeology is a perfect vehicle for fulfilling the public outreach obligation for Section 106 treatment plans. What better way to reach a wide audience than providing teachers with hands-on experience to take back to their students? Metcalf Archaeology’s engagement with Project Archaeology was one of the best decisions we have made. Not only has it been good for the teachers, it has forced us to think about our work in a manner that enables better communication with the public at large.”

-Michael D. Metcalf, Metcalf Archaeological Consultants, Inc.

“I think that archaeologists understand the importance of public outreach but

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Strategic Plan

OUR VISION

WHAT WE STRIVE TO ACHIEVE

We envision a world in which all people understand and appreciate their own culture and history and the culture and history of others.

UNESCO CONVENTION ON CULTURAL AND NATURAL HERITAGE
We join UNESCO in the belief that the protection of cultural heritage (a broad term which includes archaeological sites), as an expression of living culture, contributes to the development of societies and the building of peace.

MISSION
Project Archaeology uses archaeological inquiry to foster understanding of past and present cultures; improve social studies, science, and literacy education; and enhance citizenship education to help preserve our archaeological legacy.

DOWNLOAD OUR STRATEGIC PLAN

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Why Teach Archaeology Today?

Archaeologists ask questions rooted in the social sciences and research those questions using scientific methods. The fusion of social and physical sciences means that archaeology is an excellent way to teach students both scientific inquiry and cultural understanding.

Studying the past gives us a rare chance to examine our place in time and forge links with the human continuum. Everyone can touch the past, but sadly our opportunities are disappearing. The number of sites that have not been disturbed or looted is dwindling at an alarming rate. Through Project Archaeology, educators can help the schoolchildren of today know and experience America’s rich cultural heritage as the adults of tomorrow.

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10 Reasons to Choose Project Archaeology

1: Resources needed to teach these interdisciplinary units are included in the teachers’ manuals.  2: High-interest reading material in science and social studies.  3: Investigations based on real archaeological sites and authentic data.  4: Students “meet” members of descendant communities through each investigation.  5: Inquiry-based lessons are aligned with national standards.  6: Active learning – with numerous opportunities for reading, writing, and discussing.  7: Social studies, science, and math lessons are embedded within the curriculum.  8: A variety of assessment tools are included.  9: Online resources are available.  10: Culturally relevant curricula for underserved audiences.

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