the New Archaeology

New Archaeology, also known as Processual Archaeology, is an approach that focuses on understanding past human behaviors and cultural processes through scientific methods. It emphasizes hypothesis testing, systematic analysis, and the use of technology to interpret archaeological data. Unlike earlier methods that mainly described artifacts, New Archaeology seeks to explain why things happened by examining environmental, social, and economic factors. This approach aims for objectivity and general theories about human history, making archaeology a more scientific and analytical field.