introduction of archaeology
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Introduction of A-Level Archaeology at HutchesonsProposal
Course
Rationale
Academic discipline in keeping with academic ethos of school
Likely to appeal to range of different pupils
Collaborative/cross curricular, involves various subjects
o Classics-link with Roman/Greek civilisation/archaeology
o History-use of sources; relationship of documentary and
material evidenceo Geography-field work techniques
o Graph Communication-reconstructions using CAD software
Subject develops range of skills across Arts and Sciences:
o Written
o Scientific methods
o Fieldwork
o Independent study
Makes use of staff-qualification/experience: JMcD has degree in
Archaeology; CMcC involved in Lanark Archaeology Society
We have good connection with Glasgow Universitys Archaeology
department and Glasgow Archaeology Society; easy to get
resources, opportunities to observe excavations, access toarchaeology staff, Hunterian museum.
o Help reinforce School connections with University
unique for independent schools in WOSIS areas
o Potential to offer this to S6 pupils from local schools; helps
reinforce links.
Concerns/Questions
There is sufficient variety of subjects in S6 already; why
introduce a new one?
What support network is there, eg training, marking standards
What is the opportunity cost
o Teacher time
o Impact on other subjects (poaching?)
How is it to be timetabled?