Course: ANTH 272 Introduction to Historical Archaeology

Author: Demers, Paul
School: University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Department/Program: Anthropology
Sub Area/Speciality: Historical Archaeology
Year: 2008

Portfolio Objective/Abstract:

This portfolio documents the goals and methods for an introductory course in historical archaeology. It also addresses the challenges of developing a 200-level undergraduate course previously offered at the 400/800 level. It also evaluates specific instructional methods and evaluation procedures associated with a combined lecture, laboratory, and seminar course.

Type of Portfolio: Benchmark
Evidence of Student Learning in the Portfolio: Examples of Student Work

Size of Class: 11 to 29
Type of Student: Major and Non-Majors
Level of Course: second-year
Type of Course: Major/discipline

Teaching Environment:
  • Classroom
 Student Activities:
  • Lecture
  • Writing
  • Reading
  • Case Study
  • Classroom Discussion
  • In-Class Group Exercises
  • Out-of-Class Group Exercises
 Assessment Approaches:
  • Quizzes
  • Homework
  • Papers
  • Individual Project
  • Group Project
  • Individual Presentations
  • Group Presentations

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