Society for Classical Studies

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Applicants should title their documents in the following way: “Last name_CV” and “Last name_Statement.” The Center for Premodern Studies (CPS) is the home for collaborative scholarship and outreach in the historical humanities and social sciences at the University of Minnesota.

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Sapiens

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

As moose populations in the Southern Rockies have risen, so have vehicle collisions and encounters between humans and moose, which are usually positive but can sometimes turn dangerous, particularly if moose are provoked. EXAMINING THE COMPLICATED HISTORY OF MOOSE MIGRATIONS Moose have certainly seen their fair share of ecological change.

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Anthropology.net

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Researchers delve into the earliest chapters of European settlement by investigating ancient skull fragments from Crimea, shedding light on the crucial role played by the first modern humans in shaping the continent's history. Genome sequences of 36,000- to 37,000-year-old modern humans at Buran-Kaya III in Crimea. Yanevich, A.,

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Sapiens

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The prevailing narrative of how humanity came about seemed straightforward enough: In what is today Europe, the last Neanderthals bowed out as Homo sapiens began arriving on the continent around 40,000 to 45,000 years ago. Archaeological excavations at Mandrin Cave revealed the remains of both Neanderthals and modern humans.

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TeachThought

JUNE 18, 2024

Explore biological systems and their functions in human biology. Learn to document and present scientific findings accurately. History Examples of student learning goals for history learners include: Analyze the causes and effects of significant historical events. Learn to write comprehensive history essays.

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Anthropology.net

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

These findings provide critical insights into human adaptation, cultural practices, and the ecological dynamics of ancient South Asia. However, the circumstances of the animals’ deaths and their interactions with early humans were unclear until now. “Who are these hominins?

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Life and Landscapes

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

The crossing of Morgan’s men into Indiana is steeped in local history and well-remembered by local residents. Fortunately, however, I can direct you to the wonderfully descriptive Meade County History Museum in Brandenburg, a center of high-quality scholarship and research in this region.

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ASHP CML

OCTOBER 11, 2022

This summer thirty middle and high school teachers from throughout the United States joined the ASHP/CML for a National Endowment for the Humanities-funded Summer Institute on LGBTQ+ Histories of the United States. The institute introduced the rich body of recent scholarship covering the span of U.S.

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Anthropology.net

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The Discovery at Tunnug 1 In southern Siberia, archaeologists have uncovered a prehistoric burial mound—Tunnug 1—revealing evidence of human and animal sacrifices from the late 9th century. The excavation revealed fragmented remains of at least 18 horses alongside one human. 1 Sadykov, T., Blochin, J., Fomicheva, D.,

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Anthropology for Beginners

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Application of Archaeology Archaeology is the study of human past through material remains. archaeologists study past humans and societies primarily through their material remains – the buildings, tools, and other artifacts that constitute what is known as the material culture left over from former societies. How were those pots used?

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Teaching American History

JULY 9, 2024

Ohio House members from both sides of the aisle took turns reading the Declaration from its opening, “When in the course of human events,” through its closing pledge of “our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor,” along with the names of its signatories. The reading typifies Brennan’s creative approach to public service.

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Moler's Musing

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Document Analysis in Action Students then moved to Document 1, where they filled out an organizer, closely reading the text, sourcing the information, and contextualizing it in terms of its historical moment. We repeated the process with Document 2, helping students see the range of reasons people might remain loyal.

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Sapiens

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

It turns out my skillset helps map places and histories that are significant in Wajãpi Oral Traditions. Eventually tiring of humans’ complaints and requests, he left Earth to live in the sky. If humans had accepted the invitation, we would have arboreal agilities too. We just draw from different backgrounds.

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Life and Landscapes

OCTOBER 27, 2024

The latest in his Surrounding book series, “Fort Knox including Southern Indiana” is a hefty 760-page mix of—for starters—human, geological, and biological history. He documents. This is a sweeping tour of north-central Kentucky and, just across the Ohio River, south-central Indiana. He explains.

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Anthropology.net

MARCH 27, 2024

Situated in the southeastern Pacific, Rapa Nui, more commonly known as Easter Island, has long captivated scholars with its enigmatic history and iconic moai statues. In essence, the revelation of South American food traces on Rapa Nui opens a new chapter in the story of human migration and cultural diffusion in the Pacific.

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Anthropology.net

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

While its significance during the Paleolithic and later periods is well-documented, this study, published in Antiquity , focuses on the crucial yet under-explored time span of the late Neolithic. Previous knowledge of Mediterranean prehistory has largely overlooked the contribution of North Africa, especially its western region. .”

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

If AI-generated content can easily evade detection while human text is frequently misclassified, how effective are these detectors truly?” Low perplexity is a symptom of an AI generated text, while high perplexity is a sign of human writing. A normal document history should show every typo and sentence change as a student is writing.

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Anthropology.net

MAY 13, 2024

The story of human evolution is etched in the ancient landscapes of China, where remarkable fossil finds offer tantalizing glimpses into our shared past. Among these treasures, the Liujiang human fossil have long captivated the imagination of researchers, offering valuable insights into the early occupation of Eastern Asia.

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ACRE

JUNE 27, 2023

It is the mission of the Delta Cultural Center to research, document, interpret and present the heritage of the people of the Arkansas Delta. This mission is carried out through activities in four areas: Interpretive exhibits, public presentations, educational programming and documentation.

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Doing Social Studies

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Nathan McAlister is the Humanities Program Manager – History, Government, and Social Studies with the Kansas State Department of Education. In 2010, Nathan was named Kansas and National History Teacher of the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute for American History. My goal, for this blog post is twofold.

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Anthropology.net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Human history is a tale of migration and adaptation. About 100,000 years ago, the first modern humans ventured out of Africa in significant numbers, demonstrating remarkable adaptability across a diverse range of habitats worldwide—from deserts and jungles to the frigid landscapes of the far north. Wood carving by E.

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Teaching American History

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Two graduates of the Master of Arts in American History and Government (MAHG) program submitted essays on how they teach these skills to the Bill of Rights Institute’s 2023 National Civics Teacher of the Year Award , placing among the top ten finalists. Peters agreed. Civic engagement involves more than just showing up to vote.

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Studies Weekly

MAY 10, 2024

You Have Primary Sources in Your Family May 10, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Primary sources transport students through history. Letters, photographs, postcards, journals, and other first-hand accounts add detail, humanity, and relevance to our picture of the past. Their family stories are history!

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Anthropology.net

MAY 11, 2024

Additionally, the meticulous documentation of a Late Neolithic circular ditch shed new light on ancient socio-economic dynamics. Unraveling Social Inequalities Professor Martin Furholt underscores the significance of Southeast Europe in understanding the dissemination of knowledge and technology during early human history.

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Anthropology News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Besides the picturesque scenery, the island has preserved a Mazu Temple , a military fort, and a lighthouse, documenting its centuries-old past. These programs painstakingly endeavor to elevate what Chinese academic environments have long downplayed : liberal education, humanities disciplines, and skills like critical thinking.

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Sapiens

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Working in Indonesia and Peru, we also use this research, and our close partnerships with local communities and organizations, to spur action that supports gender equality and the basic human right to water. This contrasts with local statistics that document high rates of violence against women in the broader region. An estimated “1.8

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Anthropology for Beginners

AUGUST 17, 2023

On the other hand, ethnography also designated the aspiration to collect systematically, and according to rigorous procedures, facts about human languages, customs, arts, and achievements. Approaches: Ethnographic fieldwork tradition has a long history and it is rooted from the 19 th century enlightenment philosophy.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 15, 2013

Students that participate in this experience travel to Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic as they learn firsthand about one of the most traumatic events in human history. Stipel took the group to the former Lostice synagogue and gave them the history of the Jews in Lostice. Lostice is a town of about 3,000 people.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 2, 2023

In a world that has denied my humanity, literature has offered affirmation, consolation and direction. As a reader, I use Black literature as a tool to reclaim my humanity, my history and my future. Although the setting is the 1930s Jim Crow South, many students were able to make a connection to this human experience.

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Anthropology.net

JULY 5, 2024

Figurative artworks are those that clearly depict real objects such as animals, humans, or other identifiable subjects. Aubert said, "We, as humans, define ourselves as a species that tells stories, and these are the oldest evidence of us doing that.” It requires much smaller samples, reducing the impact on precious rock art.

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ED Surge

MARCH 15, 2024

This fall, after a restless night overthinking an assignment for my upcoming class and drinking three cups of not-strong-enough coffee, I added the final touch on my latest assignment for students in my World History II class. I was finally satisfied with the plan I had for my 10th graders, when it hit me: none of this actually matters.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Georgetown University’s Edunomics Lab documents the divergence between the growth of school staff and students. By the spring of 2023, school districts had amassed more staff than at any time in history, the Edunomics Lab calculated. See detailed graphs below. Other administrators are needed to manage federal grants.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 16, 2018

The process of making has been in our DNA since the dawn of human civilization to create tools for hunting and survival. With all the hoopla in regards to maker education and makerspaces I wanted to take a minute to share that this is not a new concept. Has it evolved – definitely!

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Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

13, 2024 • By Studies Weekly History would not be the same without the inspiring lives of Black humanitarians. For Black History Month, we honor four heroes who advocated for civil rights, fought for the underserved, and spoke out for the welfare of others. 4 Inspiring Black Humanitarians Feb.

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 14, 2024

Kelly emphasizes, "Our goal is not only to document these message sticks but also to ensure that Indigenous voices are central to their interpretation and preservation.” The AMSD stands as a testament to the richness and diversity of Indigenous Australian cultures, safeguarding invaluable artifacts for future generations. 1 Kelly, P.,

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ED Surge

JUNE 28, 2023

Whether it’s trying to find your first-ever locker at the start of middle school or stepping onto a giant college campus for the first day of classes, studies have documented how that sense of isolation can go on to diminish students’ ability to succeed academically. To make sure students know how to get from point A to B.

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Anthropology News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Through this lens, Ordinary Treasures not only documents personal stories but also advocates for a deeper solidarity with those who have been displaced. Instead of highlighting what sets us apart, our film harnesses the power of these cherished objects to celebrate the shared bonds that connect us as human beings.

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