The Oklahoma public archaeology network: Reflections from a graduate student

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No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author.

Notes on contributor

Allison K. Douglas is a PhD candidate at the University of Oklahoma engaging in anthropological research of K-12 social studies curriculum. She is former Director of Operations and Outreach of the Oklahoma Public Archaeology Network and currently serves the organization as Webmaster.

Notes

1 In the United States, the expression ‘K-12’ refers to education from kindergarten through Grade 12, comprising primary and secondary education of students ages 5–18. Social studies in the American education system is a subject that encompasses humanities and social science, with the goal of teaching students to be civically engaged and informed citizens. Social studies curriculum depends on educational standards adopted by each individual state, with many of these standards systems significantly de-emphasizing social studies in favor of subjects like mathematics and reading.