TAP ResearchPaper247-EPIACUM RESEARCH FRAMEWORK (original) (raw)
2018, Epicum Research Framework
Illus. 03: Site view, showing the location of Castle Nook Farm Estate (highlighted in red) on the Northumberland side of the County border with Cumbria. Each section consists of an overview, linked to a gazetteer of known sites and finds, and a map; these sections collectively represent a Historic Environment Record (HER) for the farm. This HER should be updated as new information becomes available. The overviews discuss sites on Castle Nook Farm within the context of the archaeology of South Tynedale and, where relevant, places further afield. The Resource Assessment includes a comprehensive bibliography covering all relevant published and unpublished sources. 2. Research Agenda. (What else do we want to find out?) The Research Agenda, part 2 of the Research Framework, is structured chronologically to tie in with part 1. It is much more than just a list of questions. It discusses gaps in our knowledge and highlights areas for future research that could address some of the identified gaps. 3. Research Strategy. (How can we find out what we want to know?) The third and final part of the Research Framework considers practical ways in which the themes identified and presented in the Research Agenda could potentially be addressed, either through standalone projects or as part of wider initiatives. It briefly considers the structure of possible research projects, and suggests a range of possible partners with whom research projects could be undertaken. It addresses in particular ways in which local people might become actively involved in research at Epiacum. Potential sources of funding are also addressed. It evaluates the results of recent research initiatives, and considers how lessons learned from recent work can be put to good use in future.
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