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Crafting Data-Driven Publications in Archaeology [Foundational Skills]
When: December 04, 2025 2:00-3:00 PM ET
Duration: 1 hour
Certification: RPA-Certified
Pricing
Individual Registration: Free to SAA members; $69 for non-members
Group Registration: Free to SAA members; $89 for non-members
Charles Cobb, Ph.D., RPA, Florida Museum of Natural History
Charles Cobb is the Curator of Historical Archaeology at the Florida Museum of Natural History, with current interests in historical anthropology, Indigenous histories of the American Southeast, and interactions between Native Americans and Europeans in the early colonial era. Charles received his PhD in 1988 from SIUCarbondale, and since that time has worked in a variety of archaeological settings: the CRM industry, academic departments, an archaeological state agency, and currently a natural history museum. Charles' publication record spans 40 years and includes over 40 journal articles, over 30 book chapters, two authored books, two edited books, in addition to a number of technical reports. Charles has a long-standing interest in the application of both quantitative and qualitative methods in archaeology.
Charles Cobb is the Curator of Historical Archaeology at the Florida Museum of Natural History, with current interests in historical anthropology, Indigenous histories of the American Southeast, and interactions between Native Americans and Europeans in the early colonial era. Charles received his PhD in 1988 from SIUCarbondale, and since that time has worked in a variety of archaeological settings: the CRM industry, academic departments, an archaeological state agency, and currently a natural history museum. Charles' publication record spans 40 years and includes over 40 journal articles, over 30 book chapters, two authored books, two edited books, in addition to a number of technical reports. Charles has a long-standing interest in the application of both quantitative and qualitative methods in archaeology.
There are many kinds of publications in archaeology, ranging from those intended for the public to heady theoretical treatises. In this seminar we will emphasize developing the skills for writing successful publications that rely strongly on empirical data analysis. Although publishing in journal articles and book chapters will be the primary focus, there will also be some attention to technical publications (such as CRM reports). The concept of research design will center the presentation: how do we initiate compelling questions or propositions, rationalize the material implications of those questions, and then evaluate these implications methodologically? We will also touch on issues of writing style and organization, the best uses of tables and figures, ethical guidelines, and aiming for an appropriate publication outlet.
- To demonstrate how the concept of research design is foundational to publications and grants.
- To develop the skills to publish in a variety of publication types.
- To raise awareness of the ethical importance of collaborative research and data accessibility.