Ancient Lives + My Anthrolab An Introduction to Archaeology and Prehistory, with Pearson EText

<p> <b> <i>Theory and Methods in Archaeology and Prehistory</i> </b> </p> <p> </p> <p>Written for complete beginners in a narrative style,<i> Ancient Lives</i> is aimed at introductory courses in archaeology and prehistory that cover archaeological methods and theory, as well as world prehistory. </p> <p> </p> <p>The first half of <i>Ancient Lives</i> covers the basic principles, methods, and theoretical approaches of archaeology. The second half is devoted to a summary of the major developments of human prehistory: the origins of humankind and the archaic world, the origins and spread of modern humans, the emergence of food production, and the beginnings of civilization.</p> <p> <b> </b> </p> <p> <b>Teaching and Learning Experience</b> </p> <p> </p> <p> <i>Personalize Learning </i>- MyAnthroLab delivers proven results in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that personalize learning, and comes from a trusted partner with educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and instructors achieve their goals.</p> <p> </p> <p> <i>Improve Critical Thinking</i> - The first half of the book covers the basic principles, methods, and theoretical approaches of archaeology. The second half is devoted to a summary of the major developments of human prehistory: the origins of humankind and the archaic world, the origins and spread of modern humans, the emergence of food production, and the beginnings of civilization</p> <p> </p> <p> <i>Engage Students </i>— Through a superior illustration program and an honest appraisal of career prospects in archaeology, <i>Ancient Lives </i>encourages students to think like an anthropologist.</p> <p> </p> <p> <i>Support Instructors</i> - Teaching your course just got easier! You can create a Customized Text or use our Instructor's Manual, Electronic “MyTest” Test Bank or PowerPoint Presentation Slides.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> <b>Note:</b> MyAnthroLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MyAnthroLab, please visit www.MyAnthroLab.com or you can purchase a valuepack of the text + MyAnthroLab (VP ISBN-10: 0205212751, VP ISBN-13: 9780205212750).</p>