Trade and Economy in Ancient Mesoamerica
( 30 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Ancient Mesoamerica
Overview of the geography, cultures, and time periods of Ancient Mesoamerica

Module #2
The Emergence of Complex Societies
How early Mesoamerican civilizations developed and the role of trade in their growth

Module #3
Early Trade Networks:The Olmec and Maya
Exploring the trade networks of the Olmec and early Maya, including goods and routes

Module #4
The Rise of Teotihuacan
Teotihuacans emergence as a trade hub and its impact on Mesoamerica

Module #5
Teotihuacans Trade Connections:The Maya and Beyond
Examining the trade relationships between Teotihuacan and other Mesoamerican civilizations

Module #6
Trade Goods:Luxury Items and Daily Necessities
Analyzing the types of goods traded in Ancient Mesoamerica, from feathers to obsidian

Module #7
Marketplaces and Merchants
Exploring the physical and social spaces of trade in Ancient Mesoamerica

Module #8
The Role of Currency and Exchange
Understanding the systems of currency, bartering, and exchange in Ancient Mesoamerica

Module #9
The Impact of Trade on Mesoamerican Societies
Discussing how trade influenced social hierarchies, politics, and culture in Ancient Mesoamerica

Module #10
Women in Trade and Economy
Examining the often-overlooked roles of women in trade and commerce in Ancient Mesoamerica

Module #11
Long-Distance Trade:The Mesoamerican Highway
Tracing the routes and mechanisms of long-distance trade in Ancient Mesoamerica

Module #12
The Tollan Phase:Toltec Trade and Influence
Exploring the Toltecs rise to power and their impact on Mesoamerican trade networks

Module #13
The Aztec Empire:A Peak in Trade and Economy
Analyzing the Aztecs sophisticated trade system and its role in their imperial success

Module #14
The Aztec Market System
Delving into the intricacies of the Aztec marketplace, including prices, taxes, and regulations

Module #15
Trade and Imperialism:The Aztecs and their Vassals
Examining how the Aztecs used trade to maintain power and control over their vassal states

Module #16
The Impact of the Spanish Conquest
Discussing how the arrival of the Spanish affected Mesoamerican trade and economy

Module #17
The Legacy of Mesoamerican Trade
Reflecting on the lasting impact of Ancient Mesoamerican trade on modern economies and societies

Module #18
Archaeological Methods for Studying Trade
Introducing the techniques and tools used to reconstruct Ancient Mesoamerican trade networks

Module #19
Case Study:The Trade of Obsidian
Examining the trade of obsidian as a lens for understanding Mesoamerican exchange networks

Module #20
Case Study:The Trade of Chocolate
Delving into the history and significance of cacao in Ancient Mesoamerican trade and culture

Module #21
Comparative Analysis:Trade in Other Ancient Civilizations
Comparing the trade systems of Ancient Mesoamerica with those of other ancient civilizations

Module #22
Trade and Economy in Ancient Mesoamerica:Debates and Controversies
Exploring ongoing debates and controversies in the field of Ancient Mesoamerican trade and economy

Module #23
Primary Sources:Reading the Accounts of Spanish Conquistadors
Analyzing the writings of Spanish conquistadors to understand their perspectives on Mesoamerican trade

Module #24
Reconstructing Ancient Trade Routes
Using archaeological and ethnohistorical data to recreate the trade routes of Ancient Mesoamerica

Module #25
The Economy of Ritual and Ceremony
Examining the role of trade in supporting the ritual and ceremonial activities of Ancient Mesoamerican societies

Module #26
Trade and the Environment
Discussing the environmental impact of Ancient Mesoamerican trade practices and their legacy

Module #27
Trade and Social Hierarchy
Analyzing how trade influenced and reflected social hierarchies in Ancient Mesoamerica

Module #28
Trade and Imperial Expansion
Examining the relationship between trade and imperial expansion in Ancient Mesoamerica

Module #29
Trade and Cultural Exchange
Exploring the cultural exchange and diffusion that occurred through Mesoamerican trade networks

Module #30
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Trade and Economy in Ancient Mesoamerica career

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Trade and Economy in Ancient Mesoamerica ( 30 Modules )

Trade and Economy in Ancient Mesoamerica
( 30 Modules )