Chris Caple is a British archaeologist and academic. He has served as a lecturer and later as a professor in the Department of Archaeology at the University of Oxford, where he has been involved in teaching, research, and the administration of the Institute of Archaeology. Caple is known for his contributions to archaeological theory and methodology, particularly in the areas of fieldwork practice and the integration of digital technologies in archaeology. He co‑authored the textbook Archaeology: Theories, Methods, and Practice (Oxford University Press), which is widely used in undergraduate and graduate archaeology courses. Caple has also published scholarly articles on topics such as landscape archaeology, archaeological recording, and the interpretation of material culture. His professional activities include participation in archaeological field projects, mentorship of graduate students, and involvement in academic committees related to heritage management and research ethics.
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