Assessing Methodologies in Archaeological Ethnography: A Case for Incorporating Ethnographic Training in Graduate Archaeology Curricula
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2013
Keywords
Ethnography of Archaeology, Archaeological Ethnography, Graduate Curricula, Public Archaeology, Ethnographic Methods
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
https://doi.org/10.1179/1465518713Z.00000000027
Abstract
Archaeologists have increasingly turned to ethnography as a tool for understanding the contemporary social context of material culture, archaeological practice, and ‘de-colonizing’ archaeology. Furthermore, ethnographers have turned their analysis to the practice of archaeology, providing insights into key ethical dilemmas. This work has produced significant dialogue, demonstrating the potential for research and collaboration at the interface of two sub-disciplines. However, much of the research to date has relied on a limited range of ethnographic methods. We suggest that archaeologists working in this area would benefit from using a wider repertoire of ethnographic data collection tools and ethics training opportunities. We advocate for greater collaboration between archaeologists and ethnographers and provide suggestions on methods that are well-suited for use in archaeological practice. In the long term, the most effective and far-reaching solution may be to incorporate ethnographic methods training as fundamental to graduate programmes in archaeology.
Was this content written or created while at USF?
Yes
Citation / Publisher Attribution
Public Archaeology, v. 12, issue 1, p. 48-63
Scholar Commons Citation
Zarger, Rebecca K. and Pluckhahn, Thomas J., "Assessing Methodologies in Archaeological Ethnography: A Case for Incorporating Ethnographic Training in Graduate Archaeology Curricula" (2013). Anthropology Faculty Publications. 61.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/ant_facpub/61
