Many archaeological societies, professional organizations, and individuals are developing lesson plans, fieldwork opportunities, and public outreach programs. Their common quest is to familiarize and educate the public about archaeology's potential as an exciting motivator to learn about history and science, while at the same time promoting preservation and protection of archaeological sites. This section of the Old Mobile Archaeology web site serves as a jumping-off point for educators to explore the many archaeological resources available on the Internet. It is not an exhaustive list of all sources, but rather an introduction to some aspects of archaeology. The National Park Service's Curation page considers the importance of the curation and study of artifacts, with links to other curation sites and links to guidelines and standards for curation of material culture.
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Although it highlights archaeology in Texas, this site does a good job of outlining the steps necessary to become a professional or avocational archaeologist. The following sites provide access to all kinds of archaeology lesson plans, kids' activities, publications, virtual site tours, and everything else related to archaeology and education on the Internet. Archaeology and Ethnography , part of the National Park Service's Links to the Past , offers an outstanding introduction to archaeology, conservation and preservation, and Native American cultures. ArchNet - the World Wide Virtual Library for Archaeology. Directory of Archaeological Societies and Newsletters General Interest Archaeology magazine National Geographic magazine Southeastern Archaeological Conference Underwater Archaeology - a guide to underwater archaeology resources on the internet.