Can you dig it?: The methodology of archaeology
For Years: 11-12
Key Learning Area: Ancient History
Maximum: 75 students per session
Program Duration: 120 minutes
Program Cost: $11 per student
A local archaeological experience, the program includes a multi-media presentation, a hands-on analysis of genuine artefacts and a visit to a significant dig site where students explore the process of undertaking an archaeological excavation.
During the course of the excursion, students will hear anecdotal stories of archaeological digs in The Rocks, and explore methods used by archaeologists and historians to unlock the past. Students will visit the historical 1848 Merchants House for a tactile and analytical experience with artefacts found on various dig sites in The Rocks.
To assist you in getting the most out of the program and to maximise the experience for your students, Sydney Learning Adventures has created comprehensive Teacher Resource Packs for each program. The Can you dig it? Teacher Resource Pack includes:
Explicit outcomes for Stage 6 students studying Ancient History
- Tips about teaching a specific literary focus, in this case the taxonomic information report text type
- A range of pre and post excursion teaching suggestions
- Detailed background information outlining the area of study including:
- What is archaeology?
- Historians and archaeologists
- Why is conservation of the past important?
- Background history of The Rocks including pre-contact with indigenous communities
- detailed information about the dig-sites in the Rocks
- Bibliography and list of suggested resouces
- Excursion timetable and map
