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Online Class: Introduction to Australian Archaeology

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Ever wondered when and how Indigenous Australians colonized Australia? This introductory archaeology course touches on everything from anthropolgy, bioeography, stone tools, artifacts, colonization and more...
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Introduction to Australian Archaeology is designed for anyone interested in Australian archaeology, or archaeology in general. Part 1 starts at the beginning, outlining various branches of archaeology, and discusses how archaeology fits into the scheme of anthropology. A lesson on plate tectonics provides an overview of continental drift, with technical details on tectonics, and how this relates to the biogeographical distribution of flora and fauna. Leaving this global perspective, we examine Pleistocene ice ages, falling sea levels and theories on hominid dispersal. This course introduces you to the controversy surrounding Australian colonization dates, along with various models for colonization. Students taking this course look at stone artifacts, raw materials, procurement and regional styles.

How were these stone artifacts made and what was their function? Be prepared to become involved, discuss, email and read many articles. Participants are encouraged to use electronic resources as a source of information and many links are provided to broaden their knowledge base. Archaeology is a dynamic field, with growing interdisciplinary interaction and this course endeavors to introduce participants into the exciting world of archaeological investigation.

Instructor Stephen Ewings was born and raised in the Great Victoria Desert of Western Australia, growing up within an Aboriginal community (pitjantjarra language). He has also worked in archaeology and paleo-ecotourism in outback Australia.

 
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Course Description

In this introductory course Part 1, we consider what archaeology is, and how it fits into the scheme of anthropology. Learn something of early Australian anthropologists and how archaeology developed in Australia. Consider the formative processes of the earth, and look at how plate tectonics effected biogeography. You will gain knowledge about various theories of Hominid dispersal, like Out of Africa and Multi-regionalism. Discover facts about the Ice Age and fluctuating Pleistocene sea levels. Find out when and how Australia was first colonized, was it 40,000 or 60,000 years ago? Archaeology is a multidisciplinary science, and this course exposes you to archaeology papers, with the benefit of discussion through the forum or interaction with the instructor. This course is designed for anyone interested in Australian archaeology, or archaeology in general.
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Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe plate tectonics and australian biogeography.
  • Summarize ice ages, sea levels and hominid dispersal.
  • Define the theory of australian colonisation.
  • Summarize stone artifact procurement and manufacture, and
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1: 1. Introduction

What is archaeology? Early Australian anthropology. Australian archaeologists in profile.

Lesson 2: 2. Plate Tectonics and Australian Biogeography

An introduction to one aspect of palaeontology, looking at biogeography and setting the background for Australia's colonisation.

Lesson 3: 3. Ice Ages, Sea Levels and Hominid Dispersal

Pleistocene Ice Age, sea levels and radiation patterns of early Homo species.

Lesson 4: 4. Theory of Australian Colonisation

How and when did the first people arrive in Australia?

Lesson 5: 5. Stone Artefact Procurement and Manufacture

Raw material type, sources and manufacturing technique.

Additional Information

Course Title : Introduction to Australian Archaeology Part 1
CEU Value :

0.6 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

Standard :

Course Adheres to the ANSI/IACET 1-2007 Standard

Accreditation :

Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean, VA 22102.

Languages : English - United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and other English speaking countries
Course Number : 6371
Course Type : General Education
Course URL :

http://ausarch100.onlineclasses.com

Course Rating : Reviewed & Approved on January 24, 2003
Instructor :

Stephen Ewings

Syllabus :

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Grading Policy :

Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive a CEU Certificate documenting CEUs earned

Assessment Method :

Lesson assignments and review exams

Duration : Continuous: Enroll anytime!
Requirements : View Technical Requirements
Course Fee :

Basic Course: $35.00 (no CEU Certificate)

   

with CEU Certificate: $60.00

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This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment. This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, certification or educational requirements.

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