This comprehensive lab manual references a number of analytical and statistical applications to biological anthropology, and serves to further develop the critical thinking skills of students.

The manual includes novel exercises and a rich text accompaniment to the labs; both features are instrumental in increasing student understanding of what is being demonstrated, and providing a counterpoint to a course textbook.  The manual stands apart from the competition by its coverage of anatomy, the fossil record, and osteopathology, using high quality photographs and questions that emphasize comparison and application rather than description.  Designed to be completed in a single semester, labs can be easily reorganized by individual instructors depending on their individual needs and preferences.