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AP/ANTH 4150 3.00 Special Topics in Anthropology
How do games shape the historical interpretation and portrayal of marginalized communities in archaeology?
This course explores games and play from the perspective of archaeology. It will include the evidence for play in the archaeological record, the representation of the past and archaeologists in modern games, and the complex relationships we form with the past through popular media.
A variety of games will be played in class as we examine both products and perspectives on archaeological reception, misconceptions, and the real world affect games can have on marginalized and racialized peoples.
Course Director (Winter 2025): E. Yasui – eyasui@yorku.ca