The map produced this week was based on data pulled form MEGA Jordan, an online spatial database for Jordanian archaeological sites. This resource was designed and implemented in order to aid in the management of archaeological and heritage resources in Jordan, is based on free and open source software and, being well supported by the government of Jordan is comprehensive and responsive. All in all it seems to be an excellent resource for heritage management.

This week's course content also touched on the ethics involved in maintaining archaeological databases (as well as other types of archaeological resource output). As recorded data is often all that is left of an excavated archaeological site, data protection is critical to preserving the archaeological record. Also, site protection and preservation requires that archaeological databases, spatial or otherwise, be kept secure, especially for vulnerable sites.

Jordanian Archaeological Sites