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In order to launch the course Archaeology in Contemporary Europe one needs to download all e-learning modules from this web page. In order to launch the training on other subjects using methodology presented here, one needs to get appropriate e-learning modules from elsewhere.

The course Archaeology in Contemporary Europe is composed of fifteen individual modules. It contributed to a better understanding of the changing nature of archaeological heritage as well as economic, social and political circumstances that shape its character. It stressed the general public as an important agent in archaeological heritage policies and discussed the diverse concerns of numerous public constituencies in the practice of heritage offices. The second major objective was to recognize the principles of mapping archaeological resources within historical context of its development as well as get to know the basics of GIS techniques, aerial photography and geophysics in the practice of the archaeological heritage sector. The course also stressed the significance of efficient methods of the valorization of archaeological resources e.g. by implementing the concept of a biography of landscape aimed at providing a better understanding of archaeological heritage by the general public. Another block of issues comprised principles of international conventions in the field of protection as well as the modern management of archaeological resources and requirements of its sustainable development. A special attention was focused upon the challenges and pitfalls of commercial archaeology. The course also stressed the importance of communication with the public as well as presented efficient methods of engagements, publicity and media relationships in addition to the ways of presenting heritage issues in museums and schools. Each module was prepared by one or two representatives of the participating institutions after consulting its contents among the partners. The details of the training constituent parts are provided in the table below.