Anthropology.net

MAY 16, 2024

Discovered in Poland, this artifact challenges our understanding of their cognitive abilities and symbolic culture. Symbolic Culture of Neanderthals The bear bone joins a growing collection of Neanderthal artifacts with parallel incisions, hinting at a shared symbolic culture. Different views of a roughly 4-inches-long (10.6

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

During a previous session, I assigned each leader some meaningful homework, which consisted of bringing an artifact to share with the group that showed growth in the area. While each group shared amazing artifacts, I was blown away by the supervisor cohort. Therein lies what separates effective vs. ineffective professional learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 1, 2022

A combination of data and artifacts will tell you and anyone else whether or not goals were met. Evidence can come in many forms, but in the end, it should clearly paint a picture that the ideas and strategies implemented have resulted in a better, more improved outcome.

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NCHE

MARCH 25, 2024

Some of those articles are written for mass-market publications, while others focus on specific topics and outlets ranging from nursing to Black culture to material artifacts. Many historians, faced with the difficulty of reaching beyond a narrow audience, have chosen to write for the burgeoning array of online publications.

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 19, 2024

Unearthing the Artifacts: Traces of Human Presence Amidst the ancient bone piles and rocky alcoves, lies a treasure trove of human artifacts—a testament to the enduring presence of ancient inhabitants. These fossil-rich deposits offer a tantalizing glimpse into the fauna that once roamed Arabia's ancient landscapes.

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TeachThought

MAY 16, 2024

Engaging–though distracting and overwhelming if the reflection you need is minor–reflection tool that allows students to create an artifact of learning for their digital portfolios. Prezi Think of a cross between a sketch, collage, and presentation, and you have a prezi.

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Moler's Musing

MARCH 2, 2024

.” In this particular lesson, there was a series of slides where I presented six artifacts related to the War of 1812 to the students. ” I then went through the artifacts with the students and they had to determine which was a reliable source, which was useful, and which was not. At the end, they added up their ratings.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Most playlists culminate in a performance task or artifact intended to demonstrate students’ ability to transfer or apply what they learned working through the playlist. Let’s start with a quick review of the playlist, or individual rotation, model for those who have not heard of it.

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Studies Weekly

MAY 6, 2024

A unique feature of Studies Weekly’s Social Studies is that students can cut up their publication copies and turn them into learning artifacts like posters, graphic organizers, and visual aids. After students make their artifacts, they can practice listening and speaking skills by using the visuals as teaching tools.

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Anthropology.net

MAY 9, 2024

The discovery of burnt royal remains and artifacts at Ucanal sheds light on the ritualistic nature of Mayan political transitions, offering a glimpse into the symbolic and ceremonial practices of the ancient rulers. The Mayans constructed remarkable edifices, often incorporating intriguing objects within the construction fill.

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ED Surge

APRIL 3, 2024

I love using primary sources and personal narratives to make history more relevant for my students, but that takes second place to tangible pieces of history like my family artifacts, such as my great-grandfather's World War I uniform. I also invite students to bring in their own artifacts for a show and tell.

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Previously believed to be a mere work of art, this 37,000-year-old artifact now emerges as a sophisticated tool for crafting rope. Echoes from Antiquity This revelation not only reshapes our understanding of ancient artifacts but also highlights the resourcefulness and ingenuity of our ancestors. 1 Conard, N.

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Artifacts Humanities History Tradition 97

Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The symbiotic relationship between genetics and cultural artifacts suggests that different aspects of culture may intertwine with genetic data in nuanced ways. Deciphering the Language of Ornaments Unlike survival-centric artifacts, jewelry primarily served as a means of communication. The Over-reliance on Genetic Evidence?

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 14, 2024

These intricate wooden artifacts, etched with symbols and patterns, represent far more than mere mnemonic aids; they are windows into the sophisticated communication systems of Australia's First Nations peoples. Acquired in 1885, this artifact offers insights into Indigenous communication methods and cultural symbolism.

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Ancient artifacts have a unique ability to transport us back in time, offering glimpses into bygone eras. Beyond a Bead: Discoveries at the Site While the bead itself is a remarkable find, its discovery amidst a trove of other cultural artifacts adds depth to our understanding of ancient societies. The hare bone bead. 1 Surovell, T.

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 11, 2024

Their archaeological record, characterized by distinctive pottery styles and cultural artifacts, prompted researchers to explore potential interactions with Indigenous Australians along the Queensland coast.

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 10, 2024

By meticulously analyzing artifacts and features from both the Protoaurignacian and Mousterian levels of the site, the research team embarked on a quest to uncover common patterns of settlement and activity among these distinct human lineages.

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In the heart of northeastern China lies the Shiyu site, a treasure trove of ancient artifacts that has recently rewritten the narrative of human migration. Utilizing cutting-edge dating techniques and meticulous analysis of artifacts, the team uncovered a wealth of insights into ancient human life at Shiyu. Yang et al., 1 Yang, S.

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Artifacts Archaeology Humanities History 52

Anthropology.net

APRIL 6, 2024

Unveiling Woodworking Expertise The meticulous examination of wooden artifacts has uncovered a sophisticated understanding of woodworking among early humans. The wooden artifacts from Schöningen’s Spear Horizon and their place in human evolution. 1 Leder, D., Lehmann, J., Koddenberg, T., Vogel, M., 1 Leder, D., Lehmann, J.,

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 22, 2020

Content consumption does not equate to the construction of new knowledge, discourse, answering questions, solving a problem, or creating a learning artifact. That is a good start, but not a solution if learning is the goal. Here is where app smashing comes into play.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 18, 2021

During each virtual coaching session, they were pushed to bring artifacts from their respective cohort. During my recent work with the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), I had the honor of sharing what I have learned from the field while helping them look at and analyze evidence from their change efforts during our time together.

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Anthropology for Beginners

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

archaeologists study past humans and societies primarily through their material remains – the buildings, tools, and other artifacts that constitute what is known as the material culture left over from former societies. Application of Archaeology Archaeology is the study of human past through material remains.

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The discovery hints at the production of substantial artifacts such as swords and cartwheels, indicating a high level of expertise and specialization. DigVentures A Journey Through Time The excavation at Wittenham Clumps has yielded a treasure trove of ancient artifacts, including Iron Age buildings and even remnants of a Roman villa.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 27, 2016

I for one want students empowered to own their learning, create artifacts, to demonstrate conceptual mastery, use their voice, be responsible in online spaces, and connect with the world in authentic ways. Artifacts : Examples of digital lessons, projects, assessments (formative, summative, rubrics, etc.)

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 1, 2020

In each case, an activity can be designed to get kids using the IWB to collaborate, manipulate, solve problems, and create artifacts of learning. Blended learning represents the best option in the form of station rotation, choice boards, and playlists.

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Anthropology.net

MARCH 5, 2024

Unveiling Gold Treasures and Ritual Offerings Within the sacred confines of the tomb, researchers uncovered a dazzling array of gold artifacts, including intricately crafted bracelets, belts adorned with gold beads, and symbolic ornaments such as crocodile-shaped earrings and gold-covered sperm whale teeth earrings.

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Mr and Mrs Social Studies

DECEMBER 7, 2022

In this Roman Empire Archaeological Simulation, students take on the role of archaeologists to dig for artifacts at six different Roman sites. Your students will have a great time learning about these different artifacts and locations! These sites include Roman Egypt, Gaul, Roman Britain, Pompeii, Rome, and Constantinople.

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Anthropology.net

MARCH 6, 2024

These remarkable artifacts, unearthed at the Korolevo archaeological site, offer tantalizing clues about the migratory routes undertaken by early hominins as they ventured out of Africa and into the uncharted territories of Eurasia. 1 Garba, R., Ylä-Mella, L., Kameník, J., Stübner, K., Lachner, J., Veselovský, F.,

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Anthropology for Beginners

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Boas criticized the use of EVOLUTIONARY STAGES as the basis for organizing museum displays, arguing that exhibits should display artifacts in the context of specific cultures. Most societies are not relativist: they view their own ways as good, other people's as bad, inferior, or immoral a form of ETHNOCENTRISM.

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Studies Weekly

JANUARY 10, 2024

Creating Connections Because Studies Weekly’s print publications are consumable, students can create artifacts to demonstrate their learning by cutting the primary sources and other information out of their publications. As students physically create artifacts, they visibly represent their thinking, understanding, and skills.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 25, 2021

Packed with ready-to-use ideas and embedded resources, including the latest digital tools, templates, and artifacts from real classrooms, readers will learn…. It is up to educators to find the right blend of these strategies to empower learners.

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Anthropology.net

MAY 11, 2024

Insights from Surface Surveys In tandem with geophysical surveys, the researchers scoured the surrounding landscape for surface artifacts. The geophysical data also gives us a clear idea of the structure of the site 7,000 years ago," adds Fynn Wilkes, a ROOTS doctoral student and co-team leader.

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Anthropology News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Possible angles include, but are not limited to: The role of artifacts and heirlooms: how they influence the construction of historical narratives and cultural identity. Digital treasures: the preservation and significance of digital data as cultural artifacts or questions around privacy and personal information.

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Social Studies Success

JANUARY 18, 2023

Manipulatives for Instruction Find or create tangible artifacts for students to explore. What do you think each artifact represents? What do you think the purpose of these artifacts are? Can you categorize the artifacts? Is there a cause and effect relationship between any of the artifacts?

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Anthropology News

JANUARY 29, 2024

How might AI-enabled tools aid (or challenge) the ways anthropologists and/or the general public investigate and understand the past, e.g., archaeological site discovery, analysis of ancient DNA or skeletal remains, reconstructing past events, or artifact preservation?

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Anthropology.net

DECEMBER 24, 2023

By analyzing cultural artifacts like stone tools, researchers aim to unravel the complexities of ancient human life, aiding our understanding of evolutionary milestones and population dynamics. Tsukada, K., Tarawneh, O., Massadeh, S., & Kadowaki, S. Tsukada, K., Tarawneh, O., Massadeh, S., & Kadowaki, S.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 12, 2020

Allow the teacher to align artifacts that show the entire picture. Below are some strategies that can be used by administrators to remove the stigma of observations. Stay the entire lesson. Never make it an “I gotcha” moment.

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