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Archaeology uncovers the past and teaches us about it. Whether along the local rivers, under the ocean, or in far away places, archaeologists gather data using the same tools and methods. However, today archaeology also uses many fields of science and technology. Though trowels, picks, and shovels remain the basic tools, computers, microscopes, and machines uncover elusive information about past peoples.
Teachers may select one of two program approaches:
Digging the Yadkin River Valley (Grades 6 – 12)
This program uses field photographs and authentic Native American artifacts from local sites to illustrate archaeological methods of excavation and data interpretation. Students will participate in an ancient vs. modern artifact identification activity. Classes taught in the Museum can be enhanced by visiting the exhibit: How Do They Know…? The Science of Archaeology in the Yadkin River Valley. Time required: 45 min. to 1 hour.
Not Like Indiana Jones (Grades 6 – 12)
Students will tour different world archaeological sites through images and authentic and replica artifacts. We will illustrate excavation tools and methods used both underwater and in the ground and discuss how scientifically gathered archaeological information has helped shape our understanding of past cultures and civilizations. We will cover how modern science and technology improves and sometimes modifies this understanding. Time required: 45 min. to 1 hour.
These programs meet the following Curriculum Objectives:
These programs meet the following Curriculum Objectives:
| Grade |
Goal # |
| Computers/Technology |
| 6th |
1.05, 1.08 |
| 7th |
1.06, 1.09 |
| 8th |
1.06, 1.09 |
| 9th-12th |
1.01. 1.02, 2.02 |
| Language Arts |
| 6th |
1.03, 1.04, 2.01 |
| 7th |
1.03, 1.04, 2.01 |
| 8th |
1.03, 1.04, 2.01 |
| World History |
| 9th-12th |
1.03, 1.06, 7.02 |
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