Columbus and the New World Lesson
Learning objectives
In this lesson, students will examine how Christopher Columbus' belief in a shorter western route to Asia led to one of the most consequential voyages in world history. They will explore the financial, geographical, and political factors that shaped his journey, and consider the devastating impact that European colonisation had on the Taino people of the Caribbean. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, source analysis, and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.
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Option 1: Readings
Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:
Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:
Option 2: Source analysis
Step 1: Download a copy of the source analysis worksheet below:
Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the source on the following web page:
Option 3: Internet research
Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables.
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Extension activities
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