SlideShare a Scribd company logo
1 of 62
Hands-on History:  teaching archaeology to students -  experiences from the classroom, from the museum, and from the field Building Bridges for Historical Learning 28-9 March 2011 Dr Craig Barker Sydney University Museums
The Nicholson Museum at the University of Sydney
Nicholson Museum Education Room
Nicholson Museum Galleries
 
 
Archaeological Excavations at  Nea Paphos in Cyprus
 
 
What Is Archaeology? ,[object Object],[object Object]
What Archaeology is Not! ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
An understanding of archaeological processes and analysis can bring to students:   ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Two types of approaches to archaeological analysis that needs to be considered: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
 
Integrating historical evidence with archaeological evidence
WHAT RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE TO TEACHERS TO HELP YOU MAKE ARCHAEOLOGY ACCESSIBLE TO STUDENTS?
1. Participation on a Dig ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Participation on a Dig ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
 
2. Visiting Heritage Sites or Excavations ,[object Object],[object Object]
[object Object]
[object Object]
Visiting Heritage and Archaeological Sites ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Academy Travel www.academytravel.com.au
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
3. Visiting Museums ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
 
 
Focus on tacit hands-on experiences
 
 
 
 
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
MUSEUMS ONLINE ,[object Object]
http://www.britishmuseum.org/explore/explore_introduction.aspx
4. Archaeology in the Classroom ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
 
 
 
Classroom Activities ,[object Object]
Classroom Activities ,[object Object]
Classroom Activities ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
HOW DO I STAY UP TO DATE WITH RELEVANT ARCHAEOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS AND NEW RESEARCH? http://www.earthwatch.org/
Keeping Up To Date With Research: Archaeology Magazines Archaeology Bi-monthly publication of the Archaeological Institute of America Now in its fiftieth year
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
www.pasthorizons.com Past Horizons – a free bi-monthly online magazine
[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
TV Programs ,[object Object],[object Object]
DVD - Astarte Resources http://www.astarte.com.au/
Keeping Up To Date Online ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Keeping Up To Date With Archaeological Research: Blogs ,[object Object]
Fieldwork Websites and Blogs http://www.archaeology.org/interactive/ Blogs from: Pompeii, Sagalassos, Black Sea, Arizona
[object Object]
www.paphostheatre.com
Time Map: http://www.timemap.net/
Podcasts
National Archaeology Week ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Joining Archaeological Societies ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Make It Fun! ,[object Object],[email_address]

More Related Content

What's hot

Life in Oxford current2.3_2015 (3)
Life in Oxford current2.3_2015 (3)Life in Oxford current2.3_2015 (3)
Life in Oxford current2.3_2015 (3)Nicholas Bensted
 
Photo gallery of the Ancient Celts
Photo gallery of the Ancient CeltsPhoto gallery of the Ancient Celts
Photo gallery of the Ancient CeltsLeslie Witten
 
The Natural History of Unicorns: Museums, Libraries, and Technology Collabora...
The Natural History of Unicorns: Museums, Libraries, and Technology Collabora...The Natural History of Unicorns: Museums, Libraries, and Technology Collabora...
The Natural History of Unicorns: Museums, Libraries, and Technology Collabora...Martin Kalfatovic
 
Definition, Aims and Scope of Museums
Definition, Aims and Scope of MuseumsDefinition, Aims and Scope of Museums
Definition, Aims and Scope of MuseumsVirag Sontakke
 
The National Library of Scotland in the 21st Century
The National Library of Scotland in the 21st CenturyThe National Library of Scotland in the 21st Century
The National Library of Scotland in the 21st CenturyEdinburghCityLibraries
 
Museum school power point
Museum school power pointMuseum school power point
Museum school power pointCliffyGirl
 
EL PROYECTO BILINGÜE EN EDUCACIÓN SECUNDARIA
EL PROYECTO BILINGÜE EN EDUCACIÓN SECUNDARIAEL PROYECTO BILINGÜE EN EDUCACIÓN SECUNDARIA
EL PROYECTO BILINGÜE EN EDUCACIÓN SECUNDARIACiencias Sociales
 
Museum Lesson 1
Museum Lesson 1Museum Lesson 1
Museum Lesson 1ms_mcmanus
 
The Nature of Illumination: Cultural Heritage and the Technology of Culture.
The Nature of Illumination: Cultural Heritage and the Technology of Culture.The Nature of Illumination: Cultural Heritage and the Technology of Culture.
The Nature of Illumination: Cultural Heritage and the Technology of Culture.Martin Kalfatovic
 
Venn Diagrams - When Special Collections meet Information Literacy: Elaine Ha...
Venn Diagrams - When Special Collections meet Information Literacy: Elaine Ha...Venn Diagrams - When Special Collections meet Information Literacy: Elaine Ha...
Venn Diagrams - When Special Collections meet Information Literacy: Elaine Ha...CONUL Teaching & Learning
 
Discovery event veronica adamson (special collections)
Discovery event veronica adamson (special collections)Discovery event veronica adamson (special collections)
Discovery event veronica adamson (special collections)RDTF-Discovery
 
Spark! science blacktown library presentation 21 mar
Spark! science blacktown library presentation   21 marSpark! science blacktown library presentation   21 mar
Spark! science blacktown library presentation 21 marSparkslides14
 
IASA 2014 Conference - Cape Town, South Africa #iasa2014
IASA 2014 Conference - Cape Town, South Africa #iasa2014IASA 2014 Conference - Cape Town, South Africa #iasa2014
IASA 2014 Conference - Cape Town, South Africa #iasa2014Karen Du Toit
 
A Guide Not A Sage: Respect Not Fear For Undergraduates Using Special Collect...
A Guide Not A Sage: Respect Not Fear For Undergraduates Using Special Collect...A Guide Not A Sage: Respect Not Fear For Undergraduates Using Special Collect...
A Guide Not A Sage: Respect Not Fear For Undergraduates Using Special Collect...Elaine Harrington
 
Ancient Celts Interactive Map
Ancient Celts Interactive MapAncient Celts Interactive Map
Ancient Celts Interactive MapLeslie Witten
 

What's hot (20)

Life in Oxford current2.3_2015 (3)
Life in Oxford current2.3_2015 (3)Life in Oxford current2.3_2015 (3)
Life in Oxford current2.3_2015 (3)
 
Hidden Histories
Hidden HistoriesHidden Histories
Hidden Histories
 
Photo gallery of the Ancient Celts
Photo gallery of the Ancient CeltsPhoto gallery of the Ancient Celts
Photo gallery of the Ancient Celts
 
The Natural History of Unicorns: Museums, Libraries, and Technology Collabora...
The Natural History of Unicorns: Museums, Libraries, and Technology Collabora...The Natural History of Unicorns: Museums, Libraries, and Technology Collabora...
The Natural History of Unicorns: Museums, Libraries, and Technology Collabora...
 
Definition, Aims and Scope of Museums
Definition, Aims and Scope of MuseumsDefinition, Aims and Scope of Museums
Definition, Aims and Scope of Museums
 
The National Library of Scotland in the 21st Century
The National Library of Scotland in the 21st CenturyThe National Library of Scotland in the 21st Century
The National Library of Scotland in the 21st Century
 
Museum school power point
Museum school power pointMuseum school power point
Museum school power point
 
Teaching Museum Studies
Teaching Museum StudiesTeaching Museum Studies
Teaching Museum Studies
 
EL PROYECTO BILINGÜE EN EDUCACIÓN SECUNDARIA
EL PROYECTO BILINGÜE EN EDUCACIÓN SECUNDARIAEL PROYECTO BILINGÜE EN EDUCACIÓN SECUNDARIA
EL PROYECTO BILINGÜE EN EDUCACIÓN SECUNDARIA
 
2009 Queensland-Smithsonian Fellowship Presentation
2009 Queensland-Smithsonian Fellowship Presentation2009 Queensland-Smithsonian Fellowship Presentation
2009 Queensland-Smithsonian Fellowship Presentation
 
Pp
PpPp
Pp
 
Museum Lesson 1
Museum Lesson 1Museum Lesson 1
Museum Lesson 1
 
The Nature of Illumination: Cultural Heritage and the Technology of Culture.
The Nature of Illumination: Cultural Heritage and the Technology of Culture.The Nature of Illumination: Cultural Heritage and the Technology of Culture.
The Nature of Illumination: Cultural Heritage and the Technology of Culture.
 
The Celts
The CeltsThe Celts
The Celts
 
Venn Diagrams - When Special Collections meet Information Literacy: Elaine Ha...
Venn Diagrams - When Special Collections meet Information Literacy: Elaine Ha...Venn Diagrams - When Special Collections meet Information Literacy: Elaine Ha...
Venn Diagrams - When Special Collections meet Information Literacy: Elaine Ha...
 
Discovery event veronica adamson (special collections)
Discovery event veronica adamson (special collections)Discovery event veronica adamson (special collections)
Discovery event veronica adamson (special collections)
 
Spark! science blacktown library presentation 21 mar
Spark! science blacktown library presentation   21 marSpark! science blacktown library presentation   21 mar
Spark! science blacktown library presentation 21 mar
 
IASA 2014 Conference - Cape Town, South Africa #iasa2014
IASA 2014 Conference - Cape Town, South Africa #iasa2014IASA 2014 Conference - Cape Town, South Africa #iasa2014
IASA 2014 Conference - Cape Town, South Africa #iasa2014
 
A Guide Not A Sage: Respect Not Fear For Undergraduates Using Special Collect...
A Guide Not A Sage: Respect Not Fear For Undergraduates Using Special Collect...A Guide Not A Sage: Respect Not Fear For Undergraduates Using Special Collect...
A Guide Not A Sage: Respect Not Fear For Undergraduates Using Special Collect...
 
Ancient Celts Interactive Map
Ancient Celts Interactive MapAncient Celts Interactive Map
Ancient Celts Interactive Map
 

Similar to Barker

SAM EOC Report - Marcus Ramirez
SAM EOC Report - Marcus RamirezSAM EOC Report - Marcus Ramirez
SAM EOC Report - Marcus RamirezMarcus Ramirez
 
Integrated History Unit: How can Friendships and Dance shape History?
Integrated History Unit: How can Friendships and Dance shape History?Integrated History Unit: How can Friendships and Dance shape History?
Integrated History Unit: How can Friendships and Dance shape History?MahriAutumn
 
Welcome to archaeology camp at the biblical history
Welcome to archaeology camp at the biblical historyWelcome to archaeology camp at the biblical history
Welcome to archaeology camp at the biblical historykatiestringer
 
A journey companion by Ariel Dagan
A journey companion by Ariel DaganA journey companion by Ariel Dagan
A journey companion by Ariel DaganAriel Dagan
 
Conservación colecciones historia natural
Conservación colecciones historia naturalConservación colecciones historia natural
Conservación colecciones historia naturalTrinidad Pasies
 
Role of Science Museums in Teaching Science
Role of Science Museums in Teaching ScienceRole of Science Museums in Teaching Science
Role of Science Museums in Teaching ScienceAngelaMwSabu
 
A comparison of uk science museums and visitor m cassidy
A comparison of uk science museums and visitor m cassidyA comparison of uk science museums and visitor m cassidy
A comparison of uk science museums and visitor m cassidyBrussels, Belgium
 
2011 Course: The Cave - Mediterranean Funerary Archaeology
2011 Course: The Cave - Mediterranean Funerary Archaeology2011 Course: The Cave - Mediterranean Funerary Archaeology
2011 Course: The Cave - Mediterranean Funerary ArchaeologyEcomuseum Cavalleria
 
From the Cabinets of Curiosities to Museums as a Social Experience
From the Cabinets of Curiosities to Museums as a Social ExperienceFrom the Cabinets of Curiosities to Museums as a Social Experience
From the Cabinets of Curiosities to Museums as a Social ExperienceCostas Papadopoulos
 
Jones, Sarah Writing sample Museum Magazine Issue 63, Fall 2013
Jones, Sarah Writing sample Museum Magazine Issue 63, Fall 2013Jones, Sarah Writing sample Museum Magazine Issue 63, Fall 2013
Jones, Sarah Writing sample Museum Magazine Issue 63, Fall 2013Sarah S. Jones
 
Assignment julie
Assignment julieAssignment julie
Assignment julieantonyge68
 
Online assignment
Online assignment Online assignment
Online assignment 7736372218
 
6e model stoneage
6e model stoneage6e model stoneage
6e model stoneagedsanchop
 
"Tutti in Gita-Let's go on a trip" - A Family Learning and CLIL project
"Tutti in Gita-Let's go on a trip" - A Family Learning and CLIL project"Tutti in Gita-Let's go on a trip" - A Family Learning and CLIL project
"Tutti in Gita-Let's go on a trip" - A Family Learning and CLIL projectMMeasso
 
Lesson 1 Early Humans
Lesson 1 Early HumansLesson 1 Early Humans
Lesson 1 Early Humansmsmcmanussea
 
Introduction to Archaeological Anthropology.pptx
Introduction to Archaeological Anthropology.pptxIntroduction to Archaeological Anthropology.pptx
Introduction to Archaeological Anthropology.pptxKebede Lemu Bekelcha
 
2011 Course: The Roman City and Necropolis Dig
2011 Course: The Roman City and Necropolis Dig2011 Course: The Roman City and Necropolis Dig
2011 Course: The Roman City and Necropolis DigEcomuseum Cavalleria
 
Staring 2015_PhD thesis Saqqara
Staring 2015_PhD thesis SaqqaraStaring 2015_PhD thesis Saqqara
Staring 2015_PhD thesis SaqqaraNico Staring
 

Similar to Barker (20)

SAM EOC Report - Marcus Ramirez
SAM EOC Report - Marcus RamirezSAM EOC Report - Marcus Ramirez
SAM EOC Report - Marcus Ramirez
 
Integrated History Unit: How can Friendships and Dance shape History?
Integrated History Unit: How can Friendships and Dance shape History?Integrated History Unit: How can Friendships and Dance shape History?
Integrated History Unit: How can Friendships and Dance shape History?
 
Welcome to archaeology camp at the biblical history
Welcome to archaeology camp at the biblical historyWelcome to archaeology camp at the biblical history
Welcome to archaeology camp at the biblical history
 
A journey companion by Ariel Dagan
A journey companion by Ariel DaganA journey companion by Ariel Dagan
A journey companion by Ariel Dagan
 
Conservación colecciones historia natural
Conservación colecciones historia naturalConservación colecciones historia natural
Conservación colecciones historia natural
 
Role of Science Museums in Teaching Science
Role of Science Museums in Teaching ScienceRole of Science Museums in Teaching Science
Role of Science Museums in Teaching Science
 
A comparison of uk science museums and visitor m cassidy
A comparison of uk science museums and visitor m cassidyA comparison of uk science museums and visitor m cassidy
A comparison of uk science museums and visitor m cassidy
 
2011 Course: The Necropolis Dig
2011 Course: The Necropolis Dig2011 Course: The Necropolis Dig
2011 Course: The Necropolis Dig
 
2011 Course: The Cave - Mediterranean Funerary Archaeology
2011 Course: The Cave - Mediterranean Funerary Archaeology2011 Course: The Cave - Mediterranean Funerary Archaeology
2011 Course: The Cave - Mediterranean Funerary Archaeology
 
From the Cabinets of Curiosities to Museums as a Social Experience
From the Cabinets of Curiosities to Museums as a Social ExperienceFrom the Cabinets of Curiosities to Museums as a Social Experience
From the Cabinets of Curiosities to Museums as a Social Experience
 
Jones, Sarah Writing sample Museum Magazine Issue 63, Fall 2013
Jones, Sarah Writing sample Museum Magazine Issue 63, Fall 2013Jones, Sarah Writing sample Museum Magazine Issue 63, Fall 2013
Jones, Sarah Writing sample Museum Magazine Issue 63, Fall 2013
 
Assignment julie
Assignment julieAssignment julie
Assignment julie
 
Online assignment
Online assignment Online assignment
Online assignment
 
6e model stoneage
6e model stoneage6e model stoneage
6e model stoneage
 
"Tutti in Gita-Let's go on a trip" - A Family Learning and CLIL project
"Tutti in Gita-Let's go on a trip" - A Family Learning and CLIL project"Tutti in Gita-Let's go on a trip" - A Family Learning and CLIL project
"Tutti in Gita-Let's go on a trip" - A Family Learning and CLIL project
 
Lesson 1 Early Humans
Lesson 1 Early HumansLesson 1 Early Humans
Lesson 1 Early Humans
 
Introduction to Archaeological Anthropology.pptx
Introduction to Archaeological Anthropology.pptxIntroduction to Archaeological Anthropology.pptx
Introduction to Archaeological Anthropology.pptx
 
The Panorama Museum
The Panorama MuseumThe Panorama Museum
The Panorama Museum
 
2011 Course: The Roman City and Necropolis Dig
2011 Course: The Roman City and Necropolis Dig2011 Course: The Roman City and Necropolis Dig
2011 Course: The Roman City and Necropolis Dig
 
Staring 2015_PhD thesis Saqqara
Staring 2015_PhD thesis SaqqaraStaring 2015_PhD thesis Saqqara
Staring 2015_PhD thesis Saqqara
 

More from leadingcurriculum (20)

Lesssons from reform_around_the_world_0
Lesssons from reform_around_the_world_0Lesssons from reform_around_the_world_0
Lesssons from reform_around_the_world_0
 
Griffin
GriffinGriffin
Griffin
 
Isa
IsaIsa
Isa
 
Tackling historiography through local p1
Tackling historiography through local p1Tackling historiography through local p1
Tackling historiography through local p1
 
Mc lellan
Mc lellanMc lellan
Mc lellan
 
Morgan hall
Morgan hallMorgan hall
Morgan hall
 
Henwood
HenwoodHenwood
Henwood
 
Baird
BairdBaird
Baird
 
Troy
TroyTroy
Troy
 
Gardiner
GardinerGardiner
Gardiner
 
Fitzgerald et al
Fitzgerald et alFitzgerald et al
Fitzgerald et al
 
Diffey
DiffeyDiffey
Diffey
 
Zarmati
ZarmatiZarmati
Zarmati
 
Kelham
KelhamKelham
Kelham
 
Kelham
KelhamKelham
Kelham
 
Dobozy
DobozyDobozy
Dobozy
 
Staats hands mindson(2)
Staats hands mindson(2)Staats hands mindson(2)
Staats hands mindson(2)
 
Roberts history & tpack
Roberts history & tpackRoberts history & tpack
Roberts history & tpack
 
Roberts history & tpack
Roberts history & tpackRoberts history & tpack
Roberts history & tpack
 
Roberts historical literacy pedagogy
Roberts historical literacy   pedagogyRoberts historical literacy   pedagogy
Roberts historical literacy pedagogy
 

Barker