Overview
This topic will provide an introduction to the archaeology of mainland and island Southeast Asia from 1.5 million years ago, to the classic states of the first and early second millennia CE, and the trading polities of the Early modern period.
Emphasis will be given to: human dispersal throughout Southeast … For more content click the Read More button below.
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Aims
This topic aims to help students:
- Gain a chronological overview of how cultures in Southeast Asia developed
- Learn the theory, methods, and forms of evidence employed to interpret the archaeology of Southeast Asia
- Consider the relationships between culture, material objects, and human behaviour within Southeast Asia
Learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Assess the chronological development of cultures in Southeast Asia
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Discuss the theory, methods, and forms of evidence employed to interpret the archaeology of Southeast Asia
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Compare Southeast Asian cultures and debate the importance of this region to Australia and the World
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Construct and present arguments using critical thinking, written, and presentation skills
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