A Preliminary Assessment of Archaeological Content in News Media
Author(s): Adam S. Wiewel
Year: 2008
Summary
The media provide a great opportunity to communicate archaeology to a broad audience, and newspapers are the primary means for receiving news for millions of Americans. I examine the archaeological content of newspaper articles in the New York Times from June and December of 1995, 2000, and 2005 to document geographical, chronological, and topical emphases as well as the portrayal of archaeology in the media. This study suggests that the public has a vague and unclear understanding of archaeology. However, accurately written, informative, and entertaining articles can significantly shape the public’s understanding and perceptions of archaeology.
Cite this Record
A Preliminary Assessment of Archaeological Content in News Media. Adam S. Wiewel. The Wyoming Archaeologist. 52 (1): 36-44. 2008 ( tDAR id: 476456) ; doi:10.48512/XCV8476456
Keywords
General
Newspaper
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new york times
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Public Education
Geographic Keywords
North America
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South America
Temporal Keywords
Modern
Individual & Institutional Roles
Contact(s): Marcia Peterson
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