SA509 HUMAN BIO.&CULT. EVOL.:ARCHAEOLOGICAL APPRO.,THEORY&INTER
| Course Code: |
8140509 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): |
3(3-0) |
| ECTS Credit: |
8.0 |
| Department: |
Settlement Archaeology |
| Language of Instruction: |
English |
| Level of Study: |
Graduate |
| Course Coordinator: |
Assoc.Prof.Dr. EVANGELÝA PÝÞKÝN |
| Offered Semester: |
Fall or Spring Semesters. |
Course Content
This course examines archaeological theories about the development of human society. The main element is the debate about what constitutes the driven force in any given social formation. This is illustrated with archaeological examples mainly of early periods. There is a particular emphasis on the natural environment, as this is perceived as the main force by several archaeologists. Some modern trends advocating that the study of ancient societies could help present societies to plan better their future are also presented.
