Archaeologists at WorkOur Journey!

Understanding the human past is essential for

understanding the present and shaping the future.

Learning about cultures, past and present, is essential for living in a diverse society and world.

Archaeology is a systematic way to learn about past cultures.

Stewardship of archaeological resources is everyone’s responsibility.

Enduring Understandings:

Archaeology is very important to our

understanding of the ancient world. Archaeologists are scientists who collect and study the remains of past human activity. Without archaeologists we would merely be guessing about what life was like long ago. Join together as 21st Century Learners for an exciting trip back in time to investigate archaeology!

Why this Unit?

With members of your group, construct a

"life-size" paper doll of an archaeologist in action. Dig through your notes of how you can label your archaeologist to show what you know about the role of an archaeologist. (E.g., over the brain, what would an archaeologist think? Over the hand, what tools would an archaeologist use?)

END TASK: CRITICAL

CHALLENGE

I can think critically I practice responsible active citizenship. I make connections between historical and modern events

and issues and between various regions, environments and cultures around the world.

I can identify and apply solutions to problems and issues I can explain the characteristics that define self, cultures,

and societies, I can describe similarities and differences within and across

cultures over time. I understand the impact of technological innovation on

individuals, society and the environment I collect evidence of learning

Learning Destination for

Socials 7:

Guiding Question? What one skill of

an archaeologist is the most

important?

What is Archaeology?

What we already know?

Bones Studying our past Fossils / technology

from the past Taught us about

dinosaurs World Tyrrell …Alberta Field BC Remains of people

STUDY OF ancient times Prehistoric times Ancient tools research Artifacts/fossils Studying the dead/old Prehistoric civilization Digging up…jewellery Pottery Recovering ancient

artifacts

What was new to me?

Collected in! Great job everyone!

Bill Nye the Science Guy

WHAT NEXT?

INTRODUCE TEAM PROJECT(HARD COPY/POWERPOINT VERSION)

To prepare for the above END TASK, complete

the following lessons covering basic concepts, processes and issues of archaeology. All documents and website links are posted on Mrs. Samaddar's new site at http://pamsamaddar.weebly.com/

Be sure to gather notes in your field book just as a real archaeologist would collect his/her data. We will co-construct criteria for our field books!

Notes gathered should be on topics such as: Evidence archaeologists work with (e.g.,

things they find) Specialized skills (e.g., things they do) An archaeologist’s way of thinking Tools / scientific techniques archaeologists

use Where archaeologists might work A unique / creative idea

Print neatly Heading each day - name, date, title Record Source (E.g., Puzzling Pieces Ppt by Mrs.

S, website title URL Idea? Divide websites and become an “Expert” Pair up if a team mate needs support…record to

“check notes in …. ‘s agenda”. We paired up! Take point form notes (in your own words) –

E.g., Puzzling Pieces Take point form notes using laptop, print off and staple into field guide

System for Gathering Notes

BEGIN YOUR TEAM'S JOURNEY!

 

Reflect on what you already know about archaeology View Bill Nye's DVD: Archaeology – what was known

to you? In pairs, read Puzzling Pieces PowerPoint taking

notes (Mrs. S created this from ch. 2 in Ancient Worlds)

View Mr. Donn's PowerPoints http://archaeology.mrdonn.org/index.html

Explore ARCHAEOLOGY CANADA http://canadianarchaeology.com/caa/archcanada/ch

apter1/AC-Ch1-Whatis.html  

I. BASIC CONCEPTS OF ARCHAEOLOGY

http

://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/stories/history/ten-cool-sites Visit 10 Cool Sites, Read stories and try some games

http://www.sfu.ca/archaeology-old/museum/teachers/sections/index.html Simon Fraser University

http://www.lascaux.culture.fr/#/en/02_00.xml Lascaux caves

http://www.digonsite.com/ Archaeology magazine for kids

http://www.saa.org/publicftp/public/links/PAWebSitesInteractive.html Interactive Digs

II. THE PROCESSES OF ARCHAEOLOGY (how archaeologists do their work and interpret their results) Travel to different archaeological sites around the world

Pressing Story

Picture This Simulated Dig

PLUS

“Sh-Sh!” Mrs. S’s Surprise Hands On Activity!!

With our team, complete one of the hands on activity (TBA)

Relate archaeology to personal ethics,

stewardship of our heritage resources, citizenship, and cultural understanding.

Check out more about the Ice Man (Otzi) at http://www.iceman.it/en/node/226

Reread the story about the Iceman on pg. 34-35 of Ancient Worlds. Look at the picture and read the captions on pg. 36-37. Answer #1 on the Think for Yourself on pg. 39 in a full paragraph answer.

III. ISSUES IN ARCHAEOLOGY

Learner – Your ability to use the strategies of a good reader to research information and collect it in your field book

Collaborator – your ability to move each task forward and work cooperatively with your team

Innovator – Your ability to create an effective field book and a well thought out and creative end task – "An Archaeologist in Action“

Contributor – Your ability to participate and contribute during each lesson and the end task critical challenge

Thinker – Your success at providing thoughtful ideas during all tasks

ASSESSMENT/EVALUATION

Answer, "From everything you studied, what were the most fascinating things you

learned?

With members of your group, construct a

"life-size" paper doll of an archaeologist in action. Dig through your notes of how you can label your archaeologist to show what you know about the role of an archaeologist. (E.g., over the brain, what would an archaeologist think? Over the hand, what tools would an archaeologist use?)

END TASK: CRITICAL

CHALLENGE

Guiding Question? What one skill of

an archaeologist is the most

important?

Rating:

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