This specialization is intended for a broad audience seeking to learn about the field of archaeology. Through this four-course specialization, you will learn scientific methods, concepts, and models for interpretation, as well as the broader impact of archaeology, which will give you first-hand knowledge of archaeology's most exciting contemporary debates.
Introduction to Archaeology Specialization
Introduction to Archaeology Specialization
Learn What it Means to be an Archaeologist. Master key archaeological concepts and study examples of groundbreaking archaeological projects and approaches.
Instructor: Molly Morgan
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
(25 reviews)
Beginner level
No prior experience required
3 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
- World History
- Social Sciences
- Environment
- Peer Review
- Health Equity
- Data Analysis
- Cultural Responsiveness
- Case Studies
- Sustainable Development
- Anthropology
- Social Studies
- Timelines
- Ancient History
- Public History
- Environmental Science
- General Science and Research
- Social Justice
- Environmental Issue
- Scientific Methods
- Liberal Arts
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Specialization - 4 course series
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Anthropology, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Research, Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Science and Research, Investigation, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies, and Peer Review
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Scientific Methods, Data Collection, Anthropology, Culture, Spatial Analysis, Biology, Geospatial Information and Technology, Timelines, General Science and Research, Research, World History, Ancient History, and Environment
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Research, Case Studies, Biology, World History, Timelines, Ancient History, Social Sciences, and Environment
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Social Justice, Anthropology, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Environmental Science, Timelines, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Environment, Community Outreach, Sustainable Development, Health Equity, Liberal Arts, Public History, Culture, Case Studies, Social Sciences, Climate Change Programs, Ancient History, and Social Studies
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Frequently asked questions
We invite all students to learn about archaeology with us, regardless of prior exposure to the field of archaeology.
You are encouraged to take the courses in this specialization in the order that they are presented, but they are designed so that you can take them out of order or individually if you prefer.
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
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