DSpace Repository

Browsing National Museum of Natural History by Subject "American Indians"

Browsing National Museum of Natural History by Subject "American Indians"

Sort by: Order: Results:

  • Changing Cultures and Climate in the Arctic: Prehistory to Modern Times 
    Fitzhugh, William W. (2009)
    Smithsonian anthropologist Fitzhugh presents a synopsis of the Arctic region's archaeology with an emphasis on how climate change over the last 10,000 years affected human activities in the region.
  • Collaborative Ethnography 
    Lassiter, Luke Eric (2004)
    The history, ethical framework, and responsibilities of scientists conducting ethnographic research; author uses examples from his experiences with collaborative ethnography.
  • Contrasting Reports: A "Writing--Anthropology Model" 
    Wolfe, Mary Anne (1981)
    Unit plan presents contrasting accounts as a way to develop students' critical thinking skills; focus on Yanomamo culture.
  • Doing Archaeology: Making Dreams Come True 
    Christensen, Bonnie (1996)
    Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse conducts archaeological research and runs the Archaeology in Education Program for precollege educators.
  • Ecology, Conservation, and North American Indians 
    Krech, Shepard III (2004)
    Examines competing historical stereotypes of North American indigenous peoples, namely, the Noble Indian, particularly the Ecological Indian, vs. the Ignoble Indian; related online resources available from the Smithsonian ...
  • From Archaeological Site to National Monument: Chile's Monte Verde 
    Dillehay, Tom D. (2005)
    Dillehay discusses his work as the original lead archaeologist at Monte Verde, Chile, as well as the changing relationship between researchers and the region's indigenous peoples.
  • "Instructor's Guide" to "Anthropology Explored, 2nd ed.": A Sample Excerpt 
    Selig, Ruth O.; Peterson, Anna (2004)
    Sample lesson plan suitable for grades 7-12 that uses an updated article from 'Anthropology Explored, 2nd ed.'; see original article, Winter 1990, vol. 12:1, by Robert S. Laughlin and Kathleen Bragdon.
  • Is It Real? Listening for Important Questions About the Past 
    Davis, M. Elaine (2003)
    Based on Davis' work at Crow Canyon Archaeological Center, this article examines various perspectives on questions of realness and authenticity pertaining to archaeological sites and artifacts.
  • MayaQuest: An Interactive Learning Expedition 
    Messenger, Phyllis; Halvorsen, Joel; Kraemer, Kathy (1996)
    Perspectives from 3 experts--an archaeologist, a computer specialist, and an educator--provide insights about using computer-based opportunities to study Central American history and culture.
  • North American Indians: Resources on the Internet 
    Dittemore, Margaret R. (2001)
    Annotated bibliography of online sites offering a wealth of information for teaching about North American Indians.
  • Origins of the Great Southwestern Pueblos 
    Schwartz, Douglas W. (2007)
    By using new evidence from climatology, history, ethnography, and archaeology, the author refutes earlier scholars' assertions about the origins and growth of the great pueblos in the North American Southwest.
  • Putting Pensacola on the Map! 
    Bense, Judith A. (1995)
    In Pensacola, archaeology is viewed as an economic resource with support from business, civic, and political entities.,
  • Repatriation at the Smithsonian�s National Museum of Natural History 
    Billeck, William T. (2002)
    Repatriation issues and examples from the National Museum of Natural History; for an updated version of this article, see 'Anthropology Explored, 2nd ed.'
  • Teacher's Corner: "From The Inside Out," A Documentary Film 
    Lacroix, Jennifer (2005)
    This review of an ethnographic documentary explores the evolution of basket weaving in Navajo culture followed by lesson plan suggestions; easily accessible to students from early elementary through college.
  • Teacher�s Corner: Archaeology for the Classroom 
    Ashmore, Pamela; Baumann, Timothy (2003)
    Two creative hands-on archaeology-based activities emphasize math and science skill development, collaboration, and interpretation; authors target grades 6 and 7, but lessons are suitable for grades 8-12 as well.,
  • Teacher�s Corner: Maya Art and Writing 
    Chiarulli, Beverly (2001)
    Three exercises using Maya art and writing that can be adapted for use in science, social studies and art classes; suitable for grades 9-12 and college.
  • The Impact of Written Telecommunications Technology on the World's Linguistic Diversity 
    Perez Baez, Gabriela (2011)
    Smithsonian linguist P?z B?, a member of the Recovering Voices Project, examines the impact of modern telecommunications technology on the world's linguistic diversity and the potential for maintaining this diversity; ...
  • The Past Beneath our Feet 
    Potter, Stephen R. (1984)
    Description of prehistoric and historic archaeological sites found on National Park Service lands in and around Washington, D.C.
  • Tourists and Strangers: An Anthropological Perspective 
    Spang, Lyra (2010)
    Anthropologist Spang examines tourism as an ideal place to explore key questions about identity production, 'the other,' boundaries between different ethnic and cultural groups, as well as cultural exchange, change, and ...
  • Updating Olmec Prehistory 
    Grove, David (1992)
    Based on newer evidence, scholars reevaluate the traditional interpretations of Olmec history.

Search DSpace


Browse

My Account