Original PromptWeek 1
Colonization
EQ: How did the colonies develop identities both similar and independent of Great Britain?
6.1.12.CivicsPI.1.a
6.1.12.GeoGI.1.a
6.1.12.EconGE.1.a
6.1.12.HistoryCC.1.a
Textbook: McGraw Hill United States History
Vocabulary:
Actively Learn: Turning Point:
The Columbian Exchange (textbook: Topic 1)
Edpuzzle: Regions of Colonies
Primary Source Analysis
13 Colonies Map
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This learning resource focuses on the Columbian Exchange and its profound impact on colonial identities, economies, and demographics in the Americas. It guides students through the exploration of geographic, economic, and civic factors that shaped the development of the New World, particularly how the exchange of plants, animals, and diseases between the Old and New Worlds led to significant demographic shifts and the establishment of unique colonial identities. The material includes several activities, such as guided annotations, concept maps, video analyses, and primary source comparisons that enable students to critically analyze the historical context and implications of the Columbian Exchange, colonial economic systems, labor systems, and the evolution of colonial governance, culminating in a synthesis of how these factors contributed to the colonies' gradual divergence from British identity. The resource also features vocabulary glossaries and tiered learning targets to scaffold student understanding and ensure robust knowledge acquisition across different historical themes.