M3 Assignment: Archaeological Theories & Methods Instructions

Overview

For this assignment you will submit a 3 - 4 page paper OR a visual presentation of some kind thoroughly addressing the topic.The purpose of this assignment is to acquaint you with the different theories and methods archaeologists employ when doing research. The options provided below allow you creative flexibility to show your knowledge of the topic.

Instructions

Option 1: Write a 750 - 1000 word APA formatted essay (not including title page/reference page) addressing the following:

1. Choose one theory and one method archaeologists use.
2. Discuss the archaeologist that implemented your theory.
3. Discuss the archaeologist that implemented your method.
4. Explain how that theory and method is used by archaeologists when excavating or surveying.
5. Provide a critique of your theory and method.
   1. Identify both pros and cons
   2. What ways can they be improved? What are the latest developments, if any?
6. Submit to the M3 Assignment 1: Archaeological Theories & Methods Assignment Submission Folder.