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Integrating Archaeological Theory and Predictive Modeling: a Live Report from the Scene

Year: 2011

Type: article

Abstract: Archaeological predictive modeling has been used successfully for over 20 years as a decision-making tool in cultural resources management. Its appreciation in academic circles however has been mixed because of its perceived theoretical poverty. In this paper, we discuss the issue of integrating current archaeological theoretical approaches and predictive modeling. We suggest a methodology for doing so based on cognitive archaeology, middle range theory, and paleoeconomic modeling. We also discuss the problems associated with testing predictive models.

Source: Journal of Archaeological Method and Theory

Authors: Philip Verhagen, Thomas G. Whitley

Institution: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Language: English

Topic: Archaeological Research and Protection

Subfield: Space and Planetary Science

Field: Earth and Planetary Sciences

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,190