The Spanish Empire in the Americas
( 30 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to the Spanish Empire
Overview of the course, importance of the Spanish Empire in the Americas, and key themes to be covered.

Module #2
The Age of Exploration
European exploration and discovery of the Americas, role of Spain and Portugal, and the Treaty of Tordesillas.

Module #3
Conquest of the Aztec Empire
Hernán Cortés and the fall of Tenochtitlán, impact of the conquest on indigenous populations, and the role of the conquistadors.

Module #4
Conquest of the Inca Empire
Francisco Pizarro and the fall of Cuzco, the role of disease and betrayal, and the legacy of the Inca Empire.

Module #5
Spanish Colonization and Administration
Organization of the Spanish colonies, role of the viceroyalties, and the impact of the encomienda system.

Module #6
The Catholic Church in the Spanish Empire
Role of the Catholic Church in the conquest and colonization, the Council of the Indies, and the impact of Christianity on indigenous populations.

Module #7
Indigenous Populations Under Spanish Rule
Demographic impact of the conquest, indigenous responses to colonization, and the role of indigenous labor in the colonial economy.

Module #8
African Slavery in the Spanish Empire
Transatlantic slave trade, the role of Africans in the Spanish colonies, and the impact of slavery on the colonial economy.

Module #9
Economy and Trade in the Spanish Empire
Silver mining, agriculture, and trade in the Spanish colonies, and the role of the Spanish monarchy in the colonial economy.

Module #10
The Bourbon Reforms
Economic and administrative reforms of the mid-18th century, impact on the Spanish colonies, and the response of the creoles.

Module #11
The Enlightenment and the Spanish Empire
Impact of Enlightenment ideas on the Spanish colonies, role of the creoles, and the emergence of nationalist sentiment.

Module #12
Wars of Independence
Causes and outcomes of the wars of independence, role of Simón Bolívar and José de San Martín, and the legacy of independence.

Module #13
The Legacy of the Spanish Empire
Cultural, economic, and political impact of the Spanish Empire on the Americas, and the ongoing legacy of colonialism.

Module #14
Case Study:Mexico
In-depth examination of the history and legacy of the Spanish Empire in Mexico, including the Aztec Empire and the Mexican War of Independence.

Module #15
Case Study:Peru
In-depth examination of the history and legacy of the Spanish Empire in Peru, including the Inca Empire and the Peruvian War of Independence.

Module #16
Case Study:Colombia
In-depth examination of the history and legacy of the Spanish Empire in Colombia, including the role of Simón Bolívar and the Colombian War of Independence.

Module #17
Comparative Analysis:Spanish and Portuguese Colonization
Comparison of Spanish and Portuguese colonization in the Americas, including similarities and differences in their approaches to conquest and administration.

Module #18
Historiography of the Spanish Empire
Examination of how historians have interpreted the Spanish Empire, including debates and controversies in the field.

Module #19
Primary Sources:The Conquest of the Aztec Empire
Analysis of primary sources from the conquest of the Aztec Empire, including the writings of Hernán Cortés and Bernal Díaz del Castillo.

Module #20
Primary Sources:The Spanish Colonies
Analysis of primary sources from the Spanish colonies, including diaries, letters, and reports from conquistadors, administrators, and indigenous populations.

Module #21
Visual and Material Culture of the Spanish Empire
Examination of the visual and material culture of the Spanish Empire, including art, architecture, and artifacts.

Module #22
The Spanish Empire in Literature
Examination of how the Spanish Empire has been represented in literature, including novels, poems, and plays from the 16th century to the present.

Module #23
The Spanish Empire in Film
Examination of how the Spanish Empire has been represented in film, including documentaries, dramas, and epic films.

Module #24
The Spanish Empire in Memorials and Museums
Examination of how the Spanish Empire is remembered and commemorated in memorials and museums, including controversies and debates surrounding these representations.

Module #25
The Legacy of the Spanish Empire in Contemporary Politics
Examination of the ongoing legacy of the Spanish Empire in contemporary politics, including issues of identity, citizenship, and human rights.

Module #26
The Legacy of the Spanish Empire in Contemporary Culture
Examination of the ongoing legacy of the Spanish Empire in contemporary culture, including music, art, and literature.

Module #27
The Spanish Empire and the Environment
Examination of the environmental impact of the Spanish Empire, including deforestation, mining, and the introduction of invasive species.

Module #28
The Spanish Empire and Public Health
Examination of the impact of the Spanish Empire on public health, including the spread of diseases and the development of medicine in the colonies.

Module #29
The Spanish Empire and Education
Examination of the role of education in the Spanish Empire, including the establishment of universities and the transmission of knowledge.

Module #30
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in The Spanish Empire in the Americas career

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The Spanish Empire in the Americas ( 30 Modules )

The Spanish Empire in the Americas
( 30 Modules )