The Society for American Archaeology offers two brochures that have been developed to answer frequently asked questions about archaeology. In addition, the SAA's Public Education Committee has developed a variety of resources to help educators incorporate archaeology into classroom teaching. Many of these materials are now available on the SAA web site. Resources marked with a * are available in print format and can be ordered from SAA. Most materials are free of charge, but require a small fee to cover shipping charges.

MATERIALS AVAILABLE

Lesson Plans: from many good sources

New Resource!
*History Beneath the Sea: Nautical Archaeology in the Classroom (Teaching Module #1, SAA Public Education Committee, 2001) Edited by KC Smith and Amy Douglass - includes background reading, classroom activities and resources, for educators and students. ($4.95 members + shipping/$5.95 for non-SAA members) Order online
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*The Path to Becoming An Archaeologist - This SAA brochure explores the education needed to become an archaeologist and some employment settings for archaeologists.  Download this career resource here or request print copies from the SAA Manager of Education and Outreach (1-10, no charge; 11-50, free + $5 shipping fee; 51-100, $.25 per brochure + $5 shipping fee.)

*Experience Archaeology - This SAA brochure explains how the public can become responsibly involved in archaeology. Download it here or request print copies from the SAA Manager of Education and Outreach (1-10, no charge; 11-50, free with $5 shipping fee; 51-100, $.25 per brochure + $5 shipping fee.)

Archaeology and Public Education - Internet based newsletter posted quarterly featuring information on archaeology education issues, upcoming programs and workshops, news and notes, and state archaeology celebrations.

Archaeology & You - Internet based publication that describes the discipline of archaeology, career information, and how to become involved in archaeological projects locally or nationally.

Roster of Network Coordinators - list of individuals representing nearly every state and province in North America, who can be contacted for details about local archaeology education resources and activities.

*Teaching Archaeology: A Sampler for Grades 3 to 12 - Mini teaching manual with lesson plans and resource information to help educators introduce archaeology to precollegiate youths. ($5.00 shipping for first order, $1.00 for each additional order)

*Guidelines for the Evaluation of Archaeology Education Materials - A set of suggested criteria and useful facts to apply when evaluating or developing educational materials on archaeology. ($5.00 shipping for first order, $1.00 for each additional order)

*Save the Past for the Future II - Special report presenting recommendations made at the 1994 conference in Breckenridge, Colorado, seeking ways to better protect archaeological resources. Archaeology educators and law enforcement personnel focus on specific public and private efforts to protect archaeological sites and develop a set of objectives and strategies for continued action in the future. ($1.00 + $5.00 shipping for first order, $1.00 shipping for each additional order)

*Frequently Asked Questions About Archaeology (FAQ’s For Students) - The Society for American Archaeology receives many inquires from students about careers and other aspects of archaeology. SAA answers some of the most frequently asked questions about archaeology and provides links to other web sites that can help answer your questions.

To order materials, please contact:

Maureen Malloy, Manager, Education and Outreach
202/789-8200
E-mail: public_edu@saa.org