Module #1 Introduction to the Age of Exploration Overview of the historical context and motivations behind the Age of Exploration
Module #2 The Medieval Background Understanding the medieval world and the factors that led to the Age of Exploration
Module #3 The Renaissance and the Revival of Classical Learning The impact of the Renaissance on European culture and society, and its role in sparking exploration
Module #4 Portuguese Exploration:The Early Years The early Portuguese explorers, including Henry the Navigator and Bartolomeu Dias
Module #5 The Portuguese in Africa and Asia The Portuguese expansion into Africa and Asia, including the establishment of trade routes and colonies
Module #6 The Spanish Conquest of the New World The arrival of the Spanish in the Americas, including Columbuss voyages and the conquest of the Aztecs and Incas
Module #7 The Spanish Empire in the Americas The establishment and growth of the Spanish Empire in the Americas, including the encomienda system and the impact on indigenous peoples
Module #8 The French in North America The French exploration and settlement of North America, including the voyages of Cartier and the establishment of New France
Module #9 The English in North America The English exploration and settlement of North America, including the Roanoke colony and the establishment of Jamestown
Module #10 The Dutch in the Americas The Dutch exploration and settlement of the Americas, including the establishment of New Amsterdam and the Dutch West India Company
Module #11 The Impact of Exploration on Indigenous Peoples The devastating effects of exploration and conquest on indigenous populations, including disease, violence, and displacement
Module #12 The African Slave Trade The emergence and growth of the transatlantic slave trade, including its impact on African societies and the Americas
Module #13 The Age of Exploration and the Environment The environmental impact of exploration and conquest, including deforestation, species extinction, and climate change
Module #14 The Technological Advancements of the Age of Exploration The development of new technologies, including the caravel, astrolabe, and printing press, and their role in facilitating exploration
Module #15 The Cartography of Exploration The development of cartography during the Age of Exploration, including the work of mapmakers and the creation of new maps
Module #16 The Economics of Exploration The economic motivations and consequences of exploration, including the search for gold, spices, and other valuable resources
Module #17 The Politics of Exploration The political rivalries and alliances that shaped the Age of Exploration, including the role of monarchs, merchants, and missionaries
Module #18 The Cultural Exchange of the Age of Exploration The exchange of ideas, cultures, and technologies between Europeans and non-Europeans during the Age of Exploration
Module #19 The Legacy of the Age of Exploration The long-term consequences of the Age of Exploration, including the shaping of modern society, politics, and economy
Module #20 Primary Sources of the Age of Exploration An examination of primary sources from the Age of Exploration, including diaries, letters, and maps
Module #21 Historical Interpretations of the Age of Exploration An analysis of different historical interpretations of the Age of Exploration, including the role of heroism, imperialism, and cultural exchange
Module #22 The Age of Exploration in the Modern World The ongoing impact of the Age of Exploration on modern society, including issues of globalization, colonialism, and cultural identity
Module #23 Case Study:The Spanish Conquest of the Aztecs An in-depth examination of the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire, including the role of Cortés, Moctezuma, and the Tlaxcalans
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Exploration and Conquest: The Age of Exploration career
