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Introduction to Ancient Egypt

Civilization in Egypt began around 3,100 BCE and lasted approximately 3,500 years. Egyptologists have been uncovering the ruins and artifacts, deciphering inscriptions, and restoring monuments of ancient Egypt for centuries. 13th Century BCE – Khaemwese was the first Egyptologist (son of Ramses II). Ancient Egypt is much more than just Pharaoh, pyramids, elaborate burials, and…

B.F. Skinner: Operant Conditioning, Skinner Box, Baby Tender

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Dorothy Smith: History & Feminist theory

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