Contains 13 exercises that introduce beginning students to archaeological (AR) methodology through direct work with real data & AR materials. Features: (1) hands-on gathering & interpretation of real data, & the active application of methodologies to real AR materials; (2) experiential lab settings, with exercises in techniques such as mapping, lithic analysis, ceramics use-wear analysis, & environmental reconstruction; (3) valuable learning aids: topical intro. to each exercise covering applicable AR methods & providing up-to-date background material & context for the activities that follow; & (4) instructor's guide, offering advice on creating the laboratory environment for the exercises.