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Field SchoolEthnoarchaeology in Aboriginal AustraliaField School Dates: June 25th - July 8th, 2006
Project DirectorsDr. Sally K. May Department of Archaeology Flinders University of South Australia Associate Professor Claire Smith Department of Archaeology Flinders University of South Australia President, World Archaeological Congress Field School DescriptionThis fieldschool will teach students how to undertake ethical and culturally sensitive archaeological research. The skills that will be taught include research design, collecting oral histories, ethical interactions with Indigenous groups, rock art recording, archaeological site recording and community report writing. Under the guidance of Indigenous elders, this fieldschool provides a unique opportunity for learning and personal growth in the context of sharing daily life with Indigenous Australians. In 2006, this two week fieldschool will be held in Kunbarlanja (Oenpelli) in western Arnhem Land, Australia. Kunbarlanja is a remote Aboriginal community, about 3 hours drive from Darwin. During the fieldschool, students and staff will live in a dormitory-style house in the community. There is a small shop and a medical clinic nearby. Transport between Darwin and Kunbarlanja will be provided but students will need to make their own way to Darwin by the evening of June 24th. You will be Field school web site:ehlt.flinders.edu.au/archaeology/fieldsch/rock%20art/titlepage4.htm Field School Size: 1-15 Minimum age: 18 Is prior experience required?: No Specialized skills you will have the opportunity to learnManual Mapping/drawing (plan views, profiles): Yes Compass mapping survey: Yes Traditional Photography: Yes Digital Photography: Yes Restoration and conservation of artifact: Yes Report writing: Yes Rain days free: Yes Is travel during free time restricted?: Yes Academic, Credit Room and Board, & TuitionAcademic Credit: Yes Number of Credits: 6 units Students will need to arrange with their own institution for fieldschool credits to be counted towards their degree. Flinders University of South Australia Room and Board Information: Costs are: a. Fieldcosts AUD$1000 plus b. Tuition costs see website
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