Module 1: Introduction
Overview
We will introduce the course objectives, and the activities we will do together to accomplish these.
Objectives
- Introduce the course objectives
- Review the assignment types and weightings
- Discuss expectations
- Begin using R and RStudio
Preparation
Go to Perusall Links to an external site. to access the readings and/or video to prepare for class (FAQ on Perusall)
Lectures
Lecture slides are available here:
- Thurs: archaeological context for understanding the lab: ARCHY_208_AU22_Lecture_1.pptx Download ARCHY_208_AU22_Lecture_1.pptx
- Tues: demonstration of R programming skills so you can do the lab: ARCHY_208_AU22_Lecture_2.pptx Download ARCHY_208_AU22_Lecture_2.pptx
Discussions
Discuss this module and ask questions on Discord Links to an external site. (click here for an invite link - check your spam folder in case the confirmation email goes there). When asking for help with code, please share a screenshot (FAQ: how to take a screenshot)
Assignments
Assignments for this module are:
- Syllabus quiz (do this first, this week only)
- Before Thursday's class complete 1.1 and 1.2 on Perusall Links to an external site.
- Before Tuesday's class complete 1.3 and 1.4 on Perusall Links to an external site.
- Poll Everywhere Links to an external site. responses during scheduled class time
- Complete the Week 1 Lab report, you can work on this online in RStudio on JupyterHub. We will demonstrate how to do the lab in class on Tuesday, then you will submit your completed lab before the following Tuesday class. You have one week to complete the lab after seeing the demonstration in class.