Willow Court, Dirty Weekend Facebook Page
Getting ready for 2018 at Willow Court means a new Archaeology Dig. As part of that there is a professional development event for teachers who wish to get down and dirty onsite at a real archaeological site and event. Information is available on the two above links.
Attention teachers of History!
One season just wasn’t enough and the ‘Dirty Weekend’ of archaeology for teachers is on again for 2018!
Have you ever wanted to participate in a genuine archaeological excavation, but never thought you would have the opportunity?
For those who dream of getting their hands dirty, a joint project between Flinders University and the University of Tasmania will give you the opportunity to get in the trenches with real archaeologists and help uncover Australia’s material culture history.
The Dirty Weekend of Archaeology for teachers will be held at Willow Court, New Norfolk, Tasmania from 9th – 12th February 2018.
There are 8 places allocated for in-service teachers! Applications close Friday 15th December 2017. The first step is to fill in the Expression of Interest form at:
Expression of Interest Document
After completing this, a link to pay a $600 Professional Learning Fee (PLF) will be emailed to you so you can arrange electronic payment. This will secure your place on the team. Full payment of the PLF is due by Tuesday 19th December 2017. Once we have confirmed your place in the program and you have paid your fee it will not be refundable.
The PLF will cover:
• Preparatory video lectures and site orientation.
• Information booklet and suggestions for classroom activities.
• On-site instruction and supervision from archaeologists and team leaders.
• Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea for Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
• All excavation equipment.
• Certificate of Completion from the University of Tasmania as evidence of your participation in Professional Learning.
The Dirty Weekend of Archaeology at Willow Court is an amazing opportunity for teachers to learn practical archaeological skills, more about Australian history, and how to translate this learning into classroom activities to engage students.
Here is this year’s Southern Cross coverage of the open days that went with this event.