Anthropology for Beginners

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Heritage studies constitute a developing field, where it is realized that the world’s cultural heritage is a diminishing resource, and one which holds different meanings for different people. Different state archaeology departments also actively engage themselves in declaring certain archaeologically important artefact as heritage.

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Anthropology.net

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Southeast Asia’s Ancient Cultural Heritage Beyond East Timor and Sulawesi, Australia holds some of the oldest continuous cultural heritage sites globally, reflecting its Indigenous populations' long history. These carvings depict animals like the now-extinct nail-tailed wallabies and thylacines (Tasmanian tigers). 1 Shipton, C.,

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Anthropology.net

MAY 24, 2024

The Global Context: Collaborative Efforts in Archaeology The recent resurgence of archaeological activities in regions like Iraq's Maysan Province, facilitated by initiatives such as the Russian-Iraqi Joint Expedition Programme, highlights a growing international collaboration in the pursuit of uncovering humanity's shared heritage.

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O-Level Geography

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

A joint effort by businesses, such as Rolex, with local communities in the preservation of our natural and cultural heritage. What are the efforts made to preserve the natural and cultural heritage in Bali, Indonesia?

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Sapiens

MARCH 19, 2024

While most African countries have defined guidelines for obtaining research permits and heritage is closely legislated, São Tomé lacks pertinent regulations. Furthermore, the insidious mindset of colonialism has influenced what is considered “heritage.” Ruins of a sugar mill do not fit the government’s notion of heritage.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The post Rural Innovation: Community Problem-Solving Through Heritage Storytelling appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Living Geography

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Fenlandia is a visionary interdisciplinary initiative, committed to celebrating, preserving, and interpreting the rich cultural and environmental heritage of the Fenland basin in the United Kingdom’s East Anglia region. Looking forward to seeing how it develops.

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Heinemann Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The deep respect they have for their profession and for the population of students who bring rich linguistic heritages to the classroom is powerful. Andrea is the author of Growing Language and Literacy: Strategies for English Learners.

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Geography Education

MAY 1, 2024

Places and cultures are proud of what they see as their accomplishments that are foundational to their heritage. .’ This article highlights great, everyday examples that shows how cultural patterns and processes change and why they matter.

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Society for Classical Studies

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

NEH Grantees: January 2024 kskordal Mon, 02/05/2024 - 09:06 Image The Society for Classical Studies congratulates the following individuals and organizations announced as National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Grantees in January 2024, for their projects in classical studies and adjacent fields: Mark Algee-Hewitt, Eric Harvey (Leland Stanford (..)

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Sapiens

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

This has led to numerous archaeological and heritage sites appearing online in interactive 3D platforms, such as Sketchfab. While this cultural heritage endures, its prominence has been diminishing due to various sociopolitical factors. Today Ga-Mohana Hill holds profound cultural significance for the local community.

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Anthropology.net

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Borneo’s Unique Biocultural Heritage Borneo, one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth, is home to countless endemic plant and animal species. As more communities, researchers, and policymakers collaborate, Borneo’s unique biocultural heritage may serve as a model for conservation efforts worldwide.

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Anthropology.net

MAY 22, 2024

The exact number of speakers is challenging to determine due to the presence of heritage speakers in the diaspora and the ongoing shift to the Turkish language. Raising the status of minority and heritage languages is crucial to social cohesion, not just in this region, but all over the world.

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Anthropology.net

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Collaborative Research The groundbreaking study was led by IPHES-CERCA in collaboration with the University Rovira i Virgili, the Catalan Cultural Heritage Research Institute, the University of Girona Institute of History Research, the University of Bordeaux, and Catalonia’s International University.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 19, 2024

Today, it enrolls roughly 500 students from 60 different tribes in grades K-12, bolstering their Indigenous heritage with land-based lessons and language courses built into a college preparatory model. The charter school, NACA, opened its doors in 2006. It’s a traditionally oral language, and speakers frown on any written form.

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Anthropology News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Treasure hunting often defaces or even destroys archaeological and environmental heritage. This potential harm to tangible heritage raises the ire of conservationists across government agencies, museums, universities, and other non-profit organizations.

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Anthropology.net

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Genetic Legacy and Cultural Interaction The arrival of these new groups did not erase the genetic heritage of the Oakhurst people. The genome of a person who lived 1,300 years ago still bore strong similarities to those of individuals from 10,000 years earlier. 1 Gretzinger, J., Gibbon, V. Penske, S. Rohrlach, A. Salazar-García, D.

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 6, 2024

Now, a collaborative effort led by researchers from the Universities of Göttingen and Reading, along with the Lower Saxony State Office for Cultural Heritage, has unveiled groundbreaking insights into the woodworking techniques employed by our ancient ancestors.

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Living Geography

APRIL 5, 2024

There was mention made of South Georgia Heritage Trust's Rodent eradication programme. This will be helpful for a book I am currently working on. Was also good to meet up with Icelandic legend Tony Escritt and catch up after having lunch with him last year.

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Sapiens

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

SBK Hancock’s theory suggests that White survivors of an advanced civilization are responsible for the cultural heritage in the Americas—not Indigenous peoples. CC Is Hancock’s theory racist or anti–Native American in your view?

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Smithsonian Voices | Smithsonian Education

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The Smithsonian makes learning come alive for visiting field trip groups through memorable and engaging theater performances

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 14, 2024

Preserving Indigenous Heritage Central to Dr. Kelly's mission is the preservation and celebration of Indigenous heritage. The AMSD stands as a testament to the richness and diversity of Indigenous Australian cultures, safeguarding invaluable artifacts for future generations. .”

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Teaching American History

APRIL 2, 2024

We are hosting seminars on a variety of topics in American history and politics. The application will be open April 8-April 30.

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Living Geography

OCTOBER 12, 2024

The scan belongs to the Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust who also funded and organised the expedition to find Shackleton’s ship. He said the scan could be used by scientists to study the sea life that has colonised the wreck, to analyse the geology of the sea floor, and to discover new artefacts. “So

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Strange Maps

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Their genetic heritage is much smaller in sub-Saharan Africa: from none to 0.3%, depending on whom you ask. Neanderthal DNA is estimated to account for an average of 1% to 4% of the genomes of modern humans with ancestry outside sub-Saharan Africa.

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Sapiens

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Since the mid-1980s, archaeologists with the Banda Research Project and Banda Heritage Initiative have uncovered locally made objects such as stone tools, iron blades , and clay cooking pots , alongside trade items like beads and jewelry.

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TCI

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

National Hispanic Heritage Month (September & October) Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, from September 15 – October 15. Native American Heritage Month (November) Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about the contributions and influences of the Native American people. Get the lessons.

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Through outreach efforts, the team works closely with local residents to share findings and preserve cultural heritage. Through their dedication to scientific inquiry and community partnership, they pave the way for future discoveries and heritage conservation in the Andean region. Together with students from Peru and the U.S.,

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Anthropology.net

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

With each new discovery, the richness of our ancestral heritage unfolds, inviting further reflection on the ancient societies that shaped the roots of human culture. This study, published in L'Anthropologie 1 , highlights the need for broader archaeological explorations to fill in the gaps of early human history.

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Sapiens

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The authors acknowledge the contribution of Abdul Razak Macap, a social anthropologist at the Regional Cultural Heritage Center in Manokwari.) We focused our excavations at Mololo Cave, a colossal limestone chamber surrounded by tropical rainforest.

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Anthropology News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The pursuit of linguistic treasures: documenting languages and preserving linguistic heritage. Biological treasures: the significance of biodiversity and human genetic heritage in anthropology. Treasure hunting in the modern world: ethical dilemmas and the impact on heritage sites.

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Anthropology.net

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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C3 Teachers

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Almost ten years ago, I started off teaching and I truly believed that I didn’t need to teach Black History Month or any other cultural month (Hispanic Heritage, Native American History Month, etc.) Now, using inquiry, I celebrate each and every cultural heritage month, including Black History Month. for that matter.

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Dating back to the late Holocene epoch, approximately 8,200 years ago, these ancient paintings provide insights into the cultural heritage of South America's early inhabitants. Recent discoveries 1 of rock art and cave paintings in the caves of Patagonia, Argentina, challenge previous notions about the antiquity of rock art in the region.

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Studies Weekly

AUGUST 2, 2024

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Anthropology.net

AUGUST 19, 2024

This discovery lends further support to the emerging "tripartite origins" theory, suggesting that the genetic heritage of the Japanese population is far more complex than earlier models suggested. The team also discovered variants in genes associated with hearing loss and chronic liver disease that are more prevalent in Japanese populations.

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Studies Weekly

JUNE 3, 2024

March 15, 2024 How Studies Weekly Uses Scientific Principles to Innovate Science Teaching March 11, 2024 The post 3 Ways to Keep Students Engaged When Summer Is Calling first appeared on Studies Weekly.

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