Kent Archaeology Teachers Group

On March 11th, a second conference was held for those teachers interested in teaching archaeology in Kent schools. The theme of the day was maritime archaeology. The course provided an introduction to the subject and included the use of the Mary Rose computer programme.

The proceedings began with two lectures by Mr. Peter Leach from the Institute of Archaeology. In the first, he outlined the development of marine and waterfront archaeology, making particular reference to examples, sites, and remains that are accessible to Kent schools. Finally, he talked about the Mary Rose, its importance to our understanding of the early sixteenth century, and as a feature in the new Portsmouth museum complex. Both lectures were interesting and enhanced by selections of slides.

In the afternoon, the Mary Rose computer programme was evaluated by all members of the course using the twelve computers available.

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