'The Rise of the Machine': the impact of digital tablet recording in the field at Çatalhöyük

Digital tablet recording significantly enhances reflexivity and interpretation in archaeological fieldwork, as demonstrated at Çatalhöyük. The study reveals how integrating digital methods—such as 3D recording technologies, SQL databases, and GIS—into existing workflows deepens the relationship between archaeologists and the site's remains. By applying science and technology studies frameworks, researchers assessed the impact of digitized tools on documentation processes, providing insights into broader disciplinary shifts known as the 'Digital Turn.' This approach not only streamlines data collection but also fosters more nuanced interpretations of Neolithic settlements.

Taylor, J., Issavi, J., Berggren, Å., Lukas, D., Mazzucato, C., Tung, B., & Dell’Unto, N. (2018). ‘The Rise of the Machine’: the impact of digital tablet recording in the field at Çatalhöyük. Internet Archaeology, (47). https://doi.org/10.11141/ia.47.1