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This Mapping Initial Encounters unit plan also includes:
- America's History in the Making—About the Course
- Text Chapter: Unit 2 Mapping Initial Encounters
- Mapping Initial Encounters Video
- Mapping Initial Encounters Themes
- Analyzing Artifacts
- Timeline
- State Standards Charts
- Primary Source
- Graphic & Image
- Worksheet
- Graphic Organizer
- Map
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Picture someone's excitement of seeing a horse for the first time. How about a cow? The Columbian Exchange changed life for not only Native Americans, but also for Europeans and the entire world. The second lesson of a 22-part series arms scholars with artifacts, maps, photos, primary sources, and video clips to write reflections on the impact two different cultures have on one another when suddenly brought together.
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Instructional Ideas
- Lesson describes overhead, transparencies, and VCR; adjust current technology to fit activities
- Place the term Columbian Exchange on the board as students walk in the classroom to spur discussion and brainstorming ideas
Classroom Considerations
- Keep mapping materials and coloring pens in central location for student use and sharing
Pros
- Resource provides printable worksheets and materials for classroom use
- Lesson includes discussion questions for video clips
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- None