Archaeological Frauds & Fakes

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Have you ever wondered why so many people believe that aliens built the pyramids, that long-lost civilizations like Atlantis have yet to be re-discovered, or that archaeologists conceal information about the “secrets” of past life on our planet? Using pseudoarchaeology, this class explores false claims in terms of their motives, consequences, and their ability to appear convincing and scientific without bearing any scientific merit at all. By unpacking the contents of these cases, we can learn to become critical consumers of information and develop our own skills in constructing sound arguments based on demonstrable evidence.