ANTH 130 Introduction To Archaeology
Task
Archaeologist For Hire!
Phoenix Archaeology is looking for a new lead archaeologist. By watching either a documentary or a popular film about archaeology you will need to decide whether the star archaeologist is a good fit for our team. Use the job description below to help you decide and explain why you would or would not hire this archaeology candidate.
Your recommendation can be made in the form of an official written recommendation (750 words maximum) or you can leave a ‘voicemail’ on the Phoenix
Archaeology phone (5 minutes maximum).
Tip: Use the feedback you received on the Phoenix Archaeology Practice Report to help ensure you have a clear understanding of what good archaeology looks like.
Job Description
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology
- Master’s Degree in Archaeology
- Experience studying and working in the field
Skills
- Culturally responsive
- Organized
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Ability to work as a team and independently
Archaeological Process: Practicum Assessment
Cultural Background Study
- Does the archaeologist learn/know about the background of the area including the geography and culture?
Field Survey
- Does the archeologist do a good job at scanning the area or identifying anappropriate area to conduct an excavation?
Site Specific Assessment
- Does the archaeologist use appropriate tools during excavation?
- Did they run into any problems? How did they fix them?
Mitigation
- What does the archaeologist do to mitigate the environmental or cultural impact of the dig?
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