Digging Deeper: An Introduction to Archaeology in the 21st Century

by Jane Eva Baxter, April Nowell, Traci Ardren

Focused on contemporary and active archaeology, Digging Introduction to Archaeology in the 21st Century teaches students how archaeology is connected to their world now. This book helps instructors cultivate student interests with robust learning activities that emphasize common student concerns such as the environment, social identity, power, and equity, laying the foundation for future engagement in the discipline. Authors Jane Eva Baxter, April Nowell, and Traci Ardren also focus on the multivocality of modern archaeology, bringing due attention to the many diverse voices from the field. These stories showcase previously "invisible populations" and discuss ethical concerns, considerations, and future solutions. Organized with an "inverted" approach, the text follows the general path archaeologists take in developing a research project from the stages of conceptualization, through methodology, analysis, and publication.



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384 pages, Paperback

Expected publication February 16, 2027