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Trowelblazers
I have been traveling so there has been a complete lack of blogging here lately. However, I would like to take a quick moment to recommend a tumblr blog to you- trowelblazers. http://trowelblazers.tumblr.com/ “Awesome trowel-wielding women: WE SALUTE YOU!” It covers awesome women in the fields of archaeology, palaeontology, and geology. It’s a great blog […]
Devastation in 2 Pictures
May 5, 2013
This is not a long post, just a link and this sentence- “The two images below show the same archaeological site, the ancient city of Apamea, in Syria, firstly as captured by Google Earth on 20th July 2011, and then on 4th April 2012.”
McDonalds = Archaeology Profession?
April 30, 2013
Sam Hardy has an excellent piece on free archaeology: job insecurity and the need for an archaeological minimum wage. I have been meaning to build off of it for some time now but have been very busy so this is a bit delayed. First, go read Sam’s post- it covers so much and is very good. […]
Copyright and Archaeology- “Walking into the lions den with your cock out”
April 22, 2013
Last week, I presented a paper at the IfA conference that touched on the issue of copyright after my earlier discussion last week about the issue. It was described as, “Walking into the lions den with your cock out” by someone else in the session. Apparently, my musings were controversial and several people were so […]
Good News for Open Access
March 11, 2013
Just saw this on twitter and followed the link- The Society for Cultural Anthropology (a section of the American Anthropology Association) is excited to announce a groundbreaking publishing initiative. With the support of the AAA, the influential journal of the SCA, Cultural Anthropology, will become available open access, freely available to everyone in the world. Starting […]
Practical Augmented Visualization on Handheld Devices for Cultural Heritage
February 27, 2013
One of the last presentations from CAAUK: Giovanni Murru, Marco Fratarcangeli and Tommaso Empler (Sapienza University of Rome) We present a framework for the interactive 3D visualization of archaeological sites on handheld devices using fast augmented reality techniques. The user interface allows for the ubiquitous, personalized and context-aware browsing of complex digital contents, such like […]
Archaeology CVs / Resumes for New Archaeologists (and the old too)
February 26, 2013
Occasionally, I post some advice on how to write a CV for archaeology jobs. Well, just a few days ago Chiz posted an article he wrote in 2010 about archaeology CVs (British CV e.g. same as North American Resume): Traditionally-formatted CVs look great and they work well for traditional industries, but for archaeological jobs the […]
Digital Tabletops & Collaborative Learning for Archaeology
February 24, 2013
A must watch video from #caauk: Helena Demetriou (University of Southampton) This paper looks at how we can use current interactive touch screen technologies to help bridge the gap between archaeological artefacts and the viewer, enabling us to move towards a new educational paradigm. By developing a digital object handling session that runs on a […]
Can we share? — current status for sharing heritage data online!
February 24, 2013
#CAAUK excellent presentation about sharing data: Henriette Roued-Cunliffe (Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich) I was inspired by the call for papers asking for practical uses of data sharing which show how researchers are actually using large collections of data to move archaeological knowledge forward. In 2007 I researched data interoperability for my MSc dissertation under the […]
SkOSifying an Archaeological Thesaurus
February 24, 2013
Another great presentation from #CAAUK Matteo Romanello (German Archaeological Institute, Berlin / Department of Digital Humanities, King’s College London) In this paper I will present an interoperability use case that was developed in the framework of DARIAH-DE, the German branch of the EU-funded Digital Research Infrastructure for the Arts and Humanities (DARIAH). The use case […]
CAAUK Keynote: Open Archaeology
February 24, 2013
The keynote speech from Mark Lake (University College London) This paper will discuss some of the key themes raised in the recent ‘World Archaeology’ issue on the theme of Open Archaeology. It seems indisputable that there is now very real momentum towards greater willingness to share interpretations, data and software, but although technological developments are […]
Integrating excavation and analysis on urban excavations: developing elegant methods for integrated systems and methodologies for the excavation and analysis of urban sites
February 23, 2013
Chiz’s presentation from the first day of CAAUK: Edit: from chiz- Link to my original blog post on digital registers which has a bit more detail on the pros and cons: http://urban-archaeology.blogspot.co.uk/2012/11/electronic-site-registers-way-forward.html Chiz Harward (Urban Archaeology) For the last 40 years the excavation of urban sites has increasingly been characterised by the use of single […]
The application of applications: The bump and grind of commercial archaeology
February 23, 2013
Another video from the first day of CAAUK: Peter Rauxloh (Museum of London Archaeology) This paper takes the Day of Archaeology held in 2012 and the hosting of CAA by a commercial unit for the first time as its stimulus, to present a whistle-stop tour of some of the smaller and large challenges faced when […]
Archaeology/Archaeology Related Blogs to Read XXV
February 19, 2013
Another round of archaeology blogs to follow. As always the full list of blogs can be found here. ucsheritage- http://ucsheritage.wordpress.com/ A blog about the developing projects, courses and activities associated with heritage and historic environment management at University Campus Suffolk (UCS). The blog is administered by Dr Ian Baxter and Professor David Gill. The Baking […]
Which of the following is the most different from the others?
February 15, 2013
Inspired by something I saw on facebook and me being cheaky: It’s not that bad but I thought I would have some fun this Friday.
The Economics of Archaeology Part 2: Why Unions Won’t Save You
February 14, 2013
In part one of this series (rant?) I discussed how loosening up wage controls will not prevent undercutting, mainly because under cutting has nothing to do with wages and everything to do with not finding any archaeology. I am quite happy as some people have already commented and made some suggestions, a good one was: […]
Archaeology/Archaeology Related Blogs to Read XXIII
January 31, 2013
Last week I said I had covered over 100+ blogs, that turns out was not correct. I counted them today and it is around 225! The full list can be seen here . I have really got to find a better way to organize it all. I still probably have over 100 more to go […]
How Much Archaeologists Make (USA, 2012, Senior Positions)
January 29, 2013
This is the forth part (part 1 on field tech pay can be found here, part 2 here (crew chief), part three- project manager) of the yearly review of how much archaeologists make in the US. Without sounding like a broken record: again, apologies to Canada, not enough data to include you This is a snap […]
How Much Archaeologists Make (USA, 2012, Project Manager)
January 21, 2013
This is the third part (part 1 on field tech pay can be found here, part 2 here) of the yearly review of how much archaeologists make in the US (again, apologies to Canada, not enough data to include you). This post deals with the position of project manager, aka project office, aka Principle Investigator, […]
Archaeology/Archaeology Related Blogs to Read XXI (special double post)
January 8, 2013
A little embarrassed that it has been two months since I last posted on archaeology blogs to read. Especially when there are so many great archaeology blogs posting great stuff everyday. To make up for my lack of posting this post will be a double issue (I might post later in the week as well). […]
The State of Archaeology and TV
January 8, 2013
Archaeologist for Hire posted a really great review of the current state of TV and Archaeology last week, if you have a chance check it out. Some highlights: It is a universal truth that the state of historically-themed nonfiction television shows is truly abysmal. Perhaps at an all-time low? Depending on the day I’d probably […]
How Much Archaeologists Make (USA, 2012, Field/Lab Tech)
January 7, 2013
This is the yearly review of how much archaeologists make in the US (apologies to Canada, not enough data to include you) you can see last years here, along with data from other years. The data is based off of job postings on the websites archaeologyfieldwork.com and shovelbums.org. Methodology is discussed at the end e.g. […]
tDAR free for a little while longer
January 4, 2013
A little while ago, I wrote that tDAR was allowing anyone to upload archaeology (some anthropology) data for free till the end of 2012. As it turns out this deal is still open for a little while longer. tDAR sent out an email yesterday letting everyone know that there a few more weeks of free […]
Archaeology and Pseudoscience: Possibilities VS. Probabilities
January 3, 2013
Possibilities is what fiction and history is made of…. Probabilities is what science is made of. -Donald H Smith, NMAC listserv The last couple weeks has seen an increased attention to pseudoscience relating to archaeology and a whole range of theories, mostly because of the whole Mayan 2012 “end of the world” stuff. It is […]
digipubarch Conference Video: Vote For Me – Interactive Ways to Digitally Engage Audiences with Archaeology
November 15, 2012
From the Museum of London a great presentation at the Digital Engagement in Archaeology Conference: Abstract: Vote For Me – Interactive Ways to Digitally Engage Audiences with Archaeology The Museum of London’s Archaeological Archive & Research Centre (LAARC) is the largest of its kind in the world, storing records for over 8,500 excavations and over five […]
digipubarch Conference Video- Publishing in archaeology: Open Access and the REWARD project
November 15, 2012
A presentation on the subject of Open Access in Archaeology, something that is near and dear to my heart, at the Digital Engagement in Archaeology Conference: Abstract: Publishing in archaeology: Open Access and the REWARD project Publishing in archaeology is evolving along with trends in open access, open data and the semantic web. The open access […]
digipubarch Conference Video- Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained: DigVentures and Flag Fen Lives
November 14, 2012
For anyone interested in how DigVentures has been doing here is a great video from the Digital Engagement in Archaeology Conference: Abstract: Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained: DigVentures and Flag Fen Lives In July 2012, DigVentures hosted Europe’s first-ever crowdfunded and crowdsourced excavation at the internationally significant Bronze Age site at Flag Fen (www.digventures.com). Adopting and adapting […]
Digipubarch Conference Video- Let’s Get Digital, Digital!
November 14, 2012
Cara, from Archaeology Scotland, presents some great work they are going at Adopt-a-Monument, at the Digital Engagement in Archaeology Conference: Abstract: Let’s Get Digital, Digital! Adopt-a-Monument and Digital Engagement Adopt-a-Monument is a five year scheme which encourages communities to take a lead role in conserving and promoting their local heritage. We help with a variety of […]
digipubarch Conference Video- Not All Archaeology is Equal
November 13, 2012
Another great second day presentation about the barriers to digital engagement: Abstract: Not All Archaeology is Equal Barriers to Participation in Archaeology Online Within Public Archaeology in the UK, there has been a critical cultural shift towards awareness of the benefit of public engagement through the Internet. Recent developments have seen these media used for contributions […]
Digipubarch Conference Video- Integrating Technology into the Trench
November 13, 2012
Made it to the second day of the Digital Engagement in Archaeology Conference. Very interesting talk about integrating technology into field projects: Abstract: Integrating Technology into the Trench The Virtual Environments for Research in Archaeology Project at Roman Silchester Increasingly more work is being done to integrate information technology into archaeological systems. In this paper we […]
Digipubarch Conference Bonus Video- Ur Project
November 12, 2012
A bonus presentation from the Digital Engagement in Archaeology Conference. This presentation was not on the original schedule but added at the last minute. The project is so new that it does not even have an official name, I just call it the Ur Project.
Digipubarch Conference Video- Digital Artifact Ecosystems: The “Internet of Things” in Archaeology
November 12, 2012
Almost done, editing all of the videos from the first day of the Digital Engagement in Archaeology conference. Here is a video that makes me weep for joy about what archives are going: Digital Artifact Ecosystems: The “Internet of Things” in Archaeology The information value inherent in archaeological material conventionally serves the needs of research, and […]
Digipubarch Conference Video- Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Archaeological Apps as Interpretation Tools
November 11, 2012
For those interested in Archaeological Apps here is a great presentation from the Digital Engagement in Archaeology conference: Abstract: Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Archaeological Apps as Interpretation Tools A Case Study Concerning the Streetmuseum Londinium App While museums have been utilizing user-owned smartphones as interpretation devices for several years, archaeological sites are just starting to […]
digipubarch Conference Video- Impact of the Archaeology Data Service (ADS)
November 10, 2012
The next video from the Digital Engagement in Archaeology Conference. This almost finishes out the morning sessions for the first day: From the Digital Engagement in Archaeology Conference- http://digitalengagementinarchaeology.wordpress.com/ Abstract: Impact of the Archaeology Data Service (ADS) A Study and Methods for Enhancing Sustainability The paper will discuss the progress of an ongoing ADS project […]
#digipubarch Conference Video- The Archaeology of Digital Abandonment
November 10, 2012
Matt Law’s great presentation of his and Colleen’s paper at the Digital Engagement in Archaeology Conference. You can also follow his work here and Colleen’s here. After fifteen years of hosting millions of user-built webpages, in April 2009 Yahoo announced that they would be shutting down their United States Geocities webpages. Geocities was once the […]
#digipubarch conference video- Heritage Lottery Fund – A must watch for anyone looking for funding from HLF
November 9, 2012
This was the very first presentation from the Digital Engagement in Archaeology Conference. If you are looking to get funding from HLF you will want to watch this. Abstract: Making it simpler – access, archives and archaeology The focus of this paper will be on changes to HLF’s policies and practice, announced in HLF new strategic […]
Censors on Campus- The Open Access Backlash
September 14, 2012
I was recently asked to write an article for the Index on Censorship special issue about censorship of academia. Specifically, I was asked to write about the AIA’s stance against Open Access ( I blog about it here and here and the boycott I organized here). Being as fair as I could stayed away from […]
The Tenure System Protects Predatory Behaviour Against Students
March 12, 2012
Kate Clancy has raised the very important issue of sexual harassment of female anthropologists (seems to be archaeology mainly) students in both the field and in class by professors. http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/context-and-variation/2012/01/30/from-the-field-hazed-tells-her-story-of-harassment/ http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/context-and-variation/2012/03/09/retrograde-reactions-lady-in-the-field-on-the-aftermath-of-sexual-misconduct/ These posts have gained traction lately in the blogging world from both Not the Discovery Channel and John Hawks. It has also made it […]
New Website With Every (almost, 700+) Archaeology Programs in the World
December 19, 2011
Sorry for the lack of posts recently. I have been very, very busy with lots of projects, one of which is the launch of- Archaeologycourses.org Myself and Paolo Ciuchini, of ArchaeoJobs fame, have put together a searchable map-list of over 700+ archaeology programs around the world (see full list below). If you need to find […]
Canary in the Coal Mine: Will anthropologists be the first to go?
November 17, 2011
Dr. Janice Happer, an anthropologists herself, wrote a very interesting opt. ed. “Why Florida Gov. Rick Scott Was Right To Slam Studying Anthropology“. Which is quite a different response then other anthropologists to Governor Rick Scott’s comments. She does point out, as I have, that the numbers provided by the Department of Labour are crap […]
Measuring Cultural Resource Managment
November 11, 2011
Thanks to Christopher Dore for this poster that he and Sarah Herr presented at the 74th SAAs. It shows some pretty interesting numbers about CRM.
This is Anthropology- A visual wonder
October 13, 2011
So in the last few days the World of Anthropology, and by default archaeology, in the states have been exploding with outrage over comments from the Governor of Florida saying that anthropology degrees are a waste of time. The whole story can be seen here at neuroanthroplogy (latest development- the good governor’s daughter is an […]
A Quarter of a Million People Have Anthropology Degrees- Anthropology Gradautes 1948-2009
October 10, 2011
These graphs show the number of graduates (BAs, MAs, & PhDs) with degrees in anthropology (from US schools) between the years 1948-2009.
How Long Does it Take to Get a Anthroplogy or Archaeology PhD in the US
October 7, 2011
What to know how long it will take you to get a Anthropology or Archaeology PhD in the United States?
The Job Market is Saturated with PhDs
September 5, 2011
“The job market is saturated with PhDs” I hear this phrase all of the time in archaeology. It would explain why there are 100-200 applicants for every tenure track position in archaeology. It may be true but I like hard numbers and would like to know what exactly a “saturated market” really looks like.
Best Class I Ever Took and If You Read Only One Book During University
May 1, 2011
Just saw this book review on About.com/Archaeology. It is for the book The Anthropology Graduate’s Guide From Student to a Career. Several years ago, during my undergraduate degree, I took a course Avenues to Professionalism which was the basis for this book. Of the 130+ credit hours I took to get my degree the three […]
There was no Binford without Binford
April 27, 2011
http://susiebright.blogs.com/susie_brights_journal_/2008/05/sally-binford-n.html I mentioned this article in the last post I made but I think it is good enough to warrant its own post. Sally Binford was married to the recently deceased Lew Binford for a few years while he did some of his most ground breaking work. While Lew Binford was brilliant, even Sally thought […]
Share Anthroplogy
March 27, 2011
Great new site that has come up- Share Anthropology http://shareanthropology.tumblr.com/ This is a site that is dedicated to the topic of open access and anthropology. Yet, the site is very focused on just providing articles, websites, blogs, etc. that discuss this topic and nothing more. It’s a sort of news wire for open access anthropology. […]
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