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Archeology in the Classroom.

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Danes, Lois M. J. – Science and Children, 1981

Summarizes archeological activities associated with the Danes School Archeology Project in New Bern, North Carolina, which provided students in grades six through nine with experiences in working on an archeological dig site. (CS)

Descriptors: Archaeology, Junior High Schools, Middle Schools, Outdoor Activities

The Development of Cognitive Skills through Archaeology.

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Danes, Lois M. J. – Social Studies Journal, 1989

Explains methods for structuring student participation in an archaeological expedition to develop the students' self-worth and to increase appreciation for history as it relates to the students' lives. Skills acquired may include: (1) earth science; (2) mathematics; (3) map reading skills; (4) communication skills; (5) writing skills; (6)…

Descriptors: Archaeology, Cognitive Development, Communication Skills, Earth Science