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DigVentures started in 2012 with two archaeologists and a dog. That year, they launched the world's first crowdfunded archaeological excavation, and to their surprise and delight, it worked! People from all over the world showed up, discoveries were made, and DigVentures proved that archaeology is better when more people are part of it. Hundreds of projects later, they're still on the same mission to involve as many people as possible in archaeological research and nature recovery projects. DigVenture combine rigorous research with digital tools and the power of public participation to deliver work that's professionally excellent as well as genuinely open.

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Fantastic Finds: How Archaeologists Discover and Care for Artefacts
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Fantastic Finds: How Archaeologists Discover and Care for Artefacts
1.5-3 hrs 7 learners
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You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain the role of archaeological finds in dating past societies and interpreting human activity.
  • Identify major artefact categories and their defining material characteristics.
  • Describe the importance of archaeological context in shaping meaning and interpretation.
  • Distinguish the effects of soil, moisture, and land use on the preservation of different materials.
  • Outline the classification of archaeological finds by origin, modification, and significance.
  • Recognise the influence of discoveries on excavation strategies and the refinement of historical narratives.
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Finds in the Field: Managing Archaeological Artefacts on Site
1.5-3 hrs 1 learners
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You Will Learn How To

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Outline the field workflow for managing archaeological finds from discovery to transport.
  • Explain best-practice excavation, recording, and storage that preserves archaeological integrity.
  • Discuss the impact of field handling decisions on post-excavation analysis and interpretation.
  • Distinguish treatment of finds across different materials, contexts, and site types.
  • Indicate links between field practices and broader archaeological research goals.
  • Summarise professional standards for responsible artefact management on archaeological sites.
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