CLAS 4050 Introduction to Field Archaeology in Ashkelon, Israel

CLAS 4050 Introduction to Field Archaeology in Ashkelon, Israel
Introduction to Field Archaeology in Ashkelon, Israel
This is an interdisciplinary course of archaeological fieldwork based in experiential learning at a complex, multi-period Tell site on the southern Levantine coast. Syudents work five full days plus half-day in the field uncovering artifacts and learning the skills necessary for all students and scholars interested in continuing active fieldwork or advanced studies in archaeology. the fieldwork aspect of the course is supported by lectures' and workshops by resident staff and visiting/guest scholars on the archaeology, geography, and history of ancient Israel. Phoenicia, and Philistia. Three field trips to other archaeological sites in Israel help students in this course to contextualize the work being done at Ashkelon and broaden participants' understanding of Israel and archaeological work being conducted in the region. They can expect to leave with a deep understanding of method, theory, and history of archaeology.
Co-requisites: CLAS 3050: Archaeology Lab in Ashkelon Israel
credit hours: 3