Contents:
- Identifing modern tools for documenting and presenting the cultural heritage in archeology – a survey
- The 12 identified digital tools and methods for documenting and presenting the cultural heritage in archeology
- Guide – Modern tools for documenting and presenting the cultural heritage in archeology
- Movie and movie segments
As part of the DigiArcehoSpace project international collaboration, a survey was conducted with 20 participants from universities and institutions in Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Croatia, and Türkiye to identify the most important digital tools and methods shaping contemporary archaeology. The participants included professionals, researchers, students and educators working actively in the field of archaeology and cultural heritage.
The results of the survey formed the basis for the development of a specialized guide dedicated to digital archaeology in higher education. The guide has been written by experts in the field and translated into all partner languages in order to support accessibility and knowledge exchange across countries.
Designed specifically for archaeology education at university level, the guide serves as a practical resource for lecturers, teachers, researchers, and students. It provides an overview of key digital methods and technologies that are increasingly essential in archaeological research, documentation, analysis, preservation, and public engagement.
In addition to the guide, the project team also developed an educational movie consisting of six short video segments dedicated to 6 of the identified digital tools and methods. The videos present practical examples, workflows, and applications of digital technologies in archaeology, making complex concepts more accessible and easier to integrate into teaching and learning activities. Together with the guide, these audiovisual materials provide educators with ready-to-use resources for modern archaeology education.
The survey identified the following as the most important digital tools and methods in modern archaeology:
The 12 identified digital tools and methods for documenting and presenting the cultural heritage in archeology
- Photogrammetry and 3D Modeling – creating detailed 3D models of artifacts, structures, and archaeological sites from photographs.
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) – spatial analysis, mapping, and integration of multiple archaeological data layers.
- Data Management and Curation – development of structured databases and digital repositories for preserving and sharing research data.
- Remote Sensing and Aerial Technologies – use of satellite imagery, drones, and LiDAR for discovering and mapping archaeological sites.
- Digital Publication and Open Access – publishing research results and datasets online to improve accessibility and reuse.
- Mobile Field Data Collection – using tablets and smartphone applications for standardized digital recording during excavations and surveys.
- Geophysical Survey Methods – technologies such as Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and magnetometry for non-invasive subsurface investigation.
- Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) – digital reconstruction and visualization of archaeological sites and objects for education and public outreach.
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning – automated analysis, pattern recognition, and classification of archaeological materials.
- Digital Epigraphy – use of RTI and 3D scanning technologies to document inscriptions and engraved surfaces.
- Mass Spectrometry Technologies – advanced laboratory analysis methods for dating, sourcing, and residue analysis.
- Digital Conservation and Preservation – monitoring and documenting the condition of heritage sites and artifacts through digital technologies.
Guide – Modern tools for documenting and presenting the cultural heritage in archeology
Movie and movie segments – Modern tools for documenting and presenting the cultural heritage in archeology.
From discovery to publication: the craft of the modern archeologist
The educational movie was developed through the collaboration of students, teachers, researchers, and university professors in the field of archaeology and cultural heritage. Consisting of six short video segments, it presents key digital tools and methods used in modern archaeology through practical examples and accessible explanations. The movie is designed as a teaching and learning resource for higher education, supporting the integration of digital technologies into archaeological training and academic practice.
It consists of six segments, each of which is also available for separate viewing, as well:
All videos are available in youtube with subtitles in English, Bulgarian, Croatian, Macedonian and Turkish: