Instructional Video

The Columbian Exchange

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The Columbian Exchange completely changed the way the world traded goods with one another. Scholars watch a video to get a close look at the positives and negatives of the Columbian Exchange—and how the world would never be the same. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Create a series of questions on the Columbian Exchange for use either before or after the video for further investigation
  • Brainstorm why the Columbian Exchange was a success or failure—or both—prior to the video
Classroom Considerations
  • Ensure video and audio is available for the entire class
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Offers a different view of history that is fun to listen to and watch
  • Includes worksheet for classroom use during and after the video
Cons