Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

The Mystery of the First Dogs Dogs, our oldest animal companions, have walked beside humans for tens of thousands of years. But how did this ancient partnership begin? For decades, scientists have debated whether humans actively tamed wolves through selective breeding or whether some wolves self-domesticated by scavenging near human settlements, leading to a gradual shift in temperament and behavior.

Archaeology 98

Archaeology Ancestry Humanities Research 98

O-Level Geography

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Where did the incident happen? How did people's activities disadvantaged nature?

Geography 52

Geography 52

Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

This podcast episode examines a recent study challenging the traditional understanding of dog domestication. The study used agent-based modeling to explore the possibility of wolf "self-domestication," suggesting that wolves could have evolved into dogs much faster than previously thought, potentially without direct human intervention. The model highlights the importance of sexual selection and access to human food sources as key drivers in this rapid evolution.

Humanities 52

Humanities Tradition Research 52

Moler's Musing

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

The next few weeks are packed with game-changing professional development opportunities! Whether youre looking to level up your EduProtocols game, integrate AI into your lessons, or explore the future of education , these sessions will provide hands-on, practical strategies you can take back to your classroom immediately. March 1 – Catalina Lesson Mixer (EduProtocols Plus) “Just like Derek and Brennan had to combine their skills to become Prestige Worldwide, I’m bringing TWO ep

Lesson Plan 107

Lesson Plan Professional Development History Teaching 107

Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

A Genetic Time Capsule in the Sahel For centuries, the Fulani people—renowned pastoralists whose migrations have shaped West and Central Africa—have intrigued historians, linguists, and anthropologists. Where did they come from? How did their nomadic culture evolve? Now, a groundbreaking genetic study by Fortes-Lima et al., published in The American Journal of Human Genetics 1 , has provided fresh insights into the complex origins of the Fulani, tracing their ancestry back to an anci

History 115

History Ancestry Geography K-12 115

Living Geography

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

During the Easter holidays I am going to Paris for the first time in a good few years. What are your must see attractions to do in the city of lights? We'll be staying in the Montparnasse area of the city. I intend to visit a few places of geographical and cultural interest of course: - Galleries including Louvre, D'Orsay etc. - Place de Saint Sulpice - location for Georges Perec's legendary observations which I have written about many times before and shall be taking along for a photo opportuni

Cultures 52

Cultures 52

Life and Landscapes

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

JUBILEE BARNDANCE: THE MAKING OF A NEW MUSICAL “They had to come from somewhere … maybe it was from Jubilee!” Those are the words of Dr. Jack Wann, playwright, written in 2021, when our new musical, “Jubilee Barndance,” was completed. I had the pleasure and privilege to compose the music for the new musical and develop many of the song lyrics.

History 52

History Teaching Education 52