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The Mongol Empire ActivityThe Mongol Empire Activity
Publisher
University of California
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7th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Duration
45 mins
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Direct Instruction
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The Mongol Empire

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Scholars review eight sources to learn about the impact of the Mongol Empire and their leaders, such as Genghis Khan. Academics learn how the Mongols destroyed states but also increased connections with the rest of the world. To finish, individuals complete a worksheet based the sources they viewed. 

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Concepts

ancient history, mongolia, the mongols, empires, chinese history, genghis khan, kublai khan, china, asian history, primary source analysis, primary source images, primary sources, historical analysis, historical context, historical documents

Instructional Ideas

  • Guide a group discussion on the impact the Mongols had on Chinese society 
  • Have pupils research the decedents of Genghis Khan 

Classroom Considerations

  • Must have a projector to display the sources 

Pros

  • The resource is easy to adapt to remote learning
  • Lesson uses primary sources to enhance understanding

Cons

  • None

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