Teaching Anthropology

APRIL 13, 2024

The VMP content spans the subfields of biological anthropology (evolutionary, primatology), and archaeology. In the introductory course in biological anthropology and archaeology, “92% of students agreed that the Virtual Mystery web-tool helped them understand what a professional anthropologist does; 88.3% Smithsonian Institute).

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JULY 18, 2024

The scarcity of direct archaeological evidence of early human presence and their interactions with fauna complicates this discussion. Radiocarbon dating of the fossils suggests they are approximately 21,000 years old, which is nearly six thousand years older than other known archaeological evidence of human presence in southern South America.

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MAY 24, 2024

Introduction: A Landmark Discovery in Qaleh Kurd Cave In a momentous archaeological breakthrough, French and Iranian researchers have unearthed compelling evidence of early human habitation in Iran's Central Plateau, pushing back the known timeline of human settlement in the region by an astonishing 300,000 years.

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Sapiens

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The Wajãpi had invited me to map archaeological sites in their territory. The Wajãpi already knew of my “archaeological finds”—the footsteps of Creator Hero from the beginning of time. What could my archaeological knowledge possibly offer to such a vast cosmological wisdom? I was excited. We just draw from different backgrounds.

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JULY 9, 2024

Recent archaeological findings 1 challenge the long-held stereotypes of ancient societies, revealing evidence of a Neolithic community where men, women, and immigrants enjoyed equal access to food.

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MAY 16, 2024

Tomasz Płonka, professor of archaeology at the University of Wrocław, “It is one of the quite rare Neanderthal objects of symbolic nature. Excerpt from the study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science 1 , "The marks showed several characteristics of intentional organization. 1 Płonka, T., Lipecki, G.,

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Sapiens

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

. ✽ THESE DAYS, IF YOU want to visit remarkable archaeological sites, such as Great Zimbabwe or Petra in Jordan , you don’t even need to leave your house. This has led to numerous archaeological and heritage sites appearing online in interactive 3D platforms, such as Sketchfab.

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JULY 16, 2024

” Methodology and Findings The research employed archaeological evidence and sedimentary biomarkers to study prehistoric settlements on Somerset Island. Our discoveries not only enhance our knowledge of the Thule-Inuit and Paleo-Inuit communities in the Arctic but also demonstrate the potential of new archaeological techniques."

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JANUARY 28, 2024

Reassessing long-standing assumptions about early human diets, recent archaeological findings 1 from burial sites in the Peruvian Andes between 9,000 and 6,500 years ago suggest a surprising narrative. Dispelling Archaeological Biases The belief in early humans as voracious meat consumers is traced back to biases in archaeological records.

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Anthropology News

JUNE 27, 2024

His career trajectory focused on the archaeology of complex societies in central Mexico c. His many retrospective examinations and reflections on the state of Mesoamerican archaeology marked him as a leading synthesizer, and he was often called upon to provide commentaries and updates on Formative central Mexico.

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JANUARY 21, 2024

Nestled in the Teotihuacan Valley of Mexico, this archaeological marvel has now divulged its genetic secrets, thanks to a groundbreaking study. Unveiling a maize-centric diet, the findings align with previous archaeological studies, painting a vivid picture of Teōtīhuacān's dependence on C4 plants, especially maize.

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JULY 2, 2024

Introduction A remarkable discovery in southeastern Australia has unveiled archaeological evidence of what may be the oldest known culturally transmitted human ritual.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2024

An Archaeological Masterpiece Unveiled in Scientific Reports 1 , this archaeological masterpiece boasts 85 well-preserved footprints, offering a unique glimpse into the Late Pleistocene era.

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MARCH 26, 2024

© South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology/Eurac/Samadelli/Staschitz. Reproduced by permission of the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology. Details of the Iceman's sixty-one carbon pigment tattoos (after Samadelli et al., 2015: fig.

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Strange Maps

JULY 11, 2024

The model works so well that it can be used to predict the location of archaeological sites, not just in Australia, but anywhere it is used. Identifying potential archaeological sites Instead of statistically optimal “superhighways” or coastal routes, their model proposes other major pathways for humans spreading into Australia.

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APRIL 23, 2024

At the heart of this paradigm-altering revelation lies a confluence of interdisciplinary inquiry, drawing upon insights from archaeology, paleo-anatomy, genetics, neuroscience, and linguistics. The archaeological record offers tantalizing glimpses into the dawn of linguistic expression. million years ago.

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JULY 7, 2024

Jane Baxter, an anthropologist at DePaul University and author of " The Archaeology of Childhood ," supports this interpretation, noting the importance of recognizing ancient communities as groups of people engaging in human activities and interactions. The Oldest Known Ceramics The oldest known ceramics date back to around 28,000 B.C.E.

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APRIL 19, 2024

Delving into the Past: Exploring the Enigmatic Landscapes of Arabia The Arabian Peninsula, a land shrouded in mystery and ancient lore, conceals within its arid embrace a treasure trove of archaeological wonders. Al-Shanti, M., Zahrani, B., Al Omari, A., Al-Jibreen, F., Alsharekh, A. Scerri, E. Petraglia, M. D., & Groucutt, H.

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JULY 6, 2024

Human Hunting: Evidence and Impact Archaeological evidence shows that early modern humans were effective hunters of large animals. Previous periods of climate change did not lead to large, selective extinctions, which argues against a major role for climate in the megafauna extinctions.

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Geography Education

MARCH 15, 2024

SOURCE– National Geographic: Lost New England revealed by high-tech archaeology Lidar can also be used quickly assess damage and change after a geologically violent incident, such as a the Oso landslide in Washington state. Today we can use lidar to see remnants of this historical landscape by mapping stone walls and other features.

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JUNE 13, 2024

A New Standard for Archaeological Research The collaboration between Western scientists and Indigenous knowledge "sets a new standard for archaeological research into the early spread of the horse and the take-up of horse usage by Indigenous groups" …globally, said University of Oxford archaeologist Peter Mitchell.

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Sapiens

MARCH 5, 2024

When skeletal remains are found, there are often questions over their precise relationship to other archaeological remains at the same site—such as stone and bone tools, animal remains, and other finds. Using a method called proteomics, researchers determined this nondescript bone fragment from Ilsenhöhle Cave belonged to a human.

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World History Teachers Blog

AUGUST 4, 2022

According to the online magazine, Archaeology , Klaus Schmidt, of the German Archaeological Institute and the chief archaeologist at Göbekli Tepe, believes that the animals on the pillars "probably illustrate stories of hunter-gatherer religion and beliefs, though we don't know at the moment.

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Anthropology News

MARCH 19, 2024

Kaddee attended the College of Wooster in Ohio and spent her junior year at the study abroad program, College Year in Athens, where she would get firsthand experience in the classics and archaeology. In the summer of 1969, she rejoined the Franchthi Cave project and did a stint in Turkey at the archaeological site of Gordion.

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Strange Maps

DECEMBER 29, 2023

A basement renovation project led to the archaeological discovery of a lifetime: the Derinkuyu Underground City, which housed 20,000 people.

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MAY 27, 2024

Recently published in PLOS ONE 1 , research by scientists from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) and the State Office for Heritage Management and Archaeology (LDA) of Saxony-Anhalt explores the rich tapestry of culinary traditions spanning from the Early Neolithic to the Late Bronze Age.

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MAY 13, 2024

Departing from conventional archaeological approaches, the study integrates insights from landscape evolution models, providing a nuanced understanding of the terrains traversed by Sahul's earliest inhabitants. Predicted human presence across Sahul 35,000 years ago. These simulations reveal migration speeds ranging from 360 meters to 1.15

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MARCH 6, 2024

Recent archaeological excavations in western Ukraine have yielded a treasure trove of stone tools dating back an astonishing 1.4 International collaboration among researchers from diverse European nations underscores the global significance of Ukraine's archaeological heritage and the collective pursuit of knowledge in the face of adversity.

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MAY 15, 2024

Nestled near the tumultuous borders of present-day Ukraine and Russia lies Mykhailivka, a village with archaeological significance dating back millennia. Here, seventy years ago, Ukrainian researchers excavated pivotal insights into the enigmatic Yamnaya culture—a nomadic pastoralist society that emerged approximately 5,000 years ago.

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JUNE 23, 2024

This pre-European collapse narrative simply has no basis in the archaeological record.” Journal of Archaeological Science , 40 (6), 2859–2866. Journal of Archaeological Science , 100 , 148–157. Journal of Archaeological Science , 40 (2), 1203–1212. link] 3 Hixon, S. McMorran, B., & Hunt, T.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Unlocking Ancient Connections: Geospatial Insights and Archaeological Evidence A groundbreaking study 1 , conducted by researchers from Washington University in St. Through intricate interactions and movements, farmers, agropastoralists, and herders have shaped the plateau's economic and cultural landscape. 1 Chen, X., Lü, H.,

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MAY 26, 2024

Archaeological Insights from Laili Rock Shelter Associate Professor Mike Morley, from Flinders University, analyzed sediment samples from Laili, revealing a clear transition from sporadic human presence to intensive activity upon human arrival. 1 Ceri Shipton, Mike W.

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MAY 9, 2024

Recent excavations 1 at the Ucanal archaeological site in Guatemala have unveiled a compelling narrative of political upheaval, marked by dramatic rituals of burning and burial. Delving into the Mayan Rituals of Political Transition As civilizations evolve, so do the political regimes that govern them.

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JULY 15, 2024

Photo by the Ucupe Cultural Landscape Archaeological Project Ancient Religious Practices Revealed Luis Muro Ynoñán, an archaeologist from Peru’s Pontifical Catholic University, who led the team, emphasized the importance of this discovery.

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 11, 2024

Anthropologists at the Université de Montréal and the University of Genoa have unearthed a significant archaeological find on Jiigurru (Lizard Island) off the Cape York Peninsula. The discovery challenges existing perceptions of Aboriginal technological capabilities, shedding new light on ancient Indigenous cultures. McNiven, I.

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Anthropology.net

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Archaeological Revelations At the core of this groundbreaking revelation lies an intriguing archaeological find in northern Europe, notably the Neumark-Nord site. Image credit: Hsu Shu-yu. Here, meticulous analysis revealed a pattern of extensive straight-tusked elephant exploitation, with a particular focus on adult males. Read more

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Anthropology for Beginners

NOVEMBER 26, 2022

His environmental perspective on culture was unusual, as was his synthesis of comparative, secondary data from archaeological and ethnographic research. Steward’s theory: Steward created a theoretical perspective that was distinctive in mid-20th-century anthropology.

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