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Language

English

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Abstract/Resumé

The problems and goals noted in the papers comprising this volume are compared with those of North American archaeology. A more restricted framing of the concept of ‘archaeological ethics’ is suggested, together with a more mindful consideration of the social, economic and political implications of archaeological work and interpretation.

Les problèmes et les objectifs soulevés dans les articles constituant ce volume sont comparés avec ceux que l’on rencontre dans l’archéologie nord-américaine. Nous proposons un cadrage plus restreint du concept de l’ ‘éthique archéKeywords: ethics; North American archaeology; politics; social goalsologique’, ainsi qu’une considération plus poussée des implications sociales, économiques et politiques du travail et de l’interprétation archéologiques.

Keywords: ethics; North American archaeology; politics; social goals

Taxonomies

RPA Codes & Standards

• Archaeologist's Responsibility to Colleagues, Employees, and Students
• Archaeologist's Responsibility to the Public
• Integrity of Research Methodology

CIfA Codes

• Principle 1: Adherence to ethical and responsible behaviour in archaeological affairs
• Principle 5: Recognition of aspirations of employees, colleagues and helpers in all matters of employment

Keywords & Terms

• General Archaeological Ethics
• Respect for and Responsibility to Affected Groups

Topics & Issues

• Archaeological Ethics - Other
• Ethical Case Studies
• Ethical Responsibilities of Archaeologists
• Interpreting the Past
• Politics and Archaeology