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Early Globalizations: East Meets West (1200s-1600s)

This course introduces the student to the history of the world's major civilizations from medieval times to the early modern era. The student will learn about the pivotal political, economic, and social changes that took place in Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Europe during this period. By the end of the course, the student will understand how many different civilizations evolved from isolated societies into expansive, interconnected empires capable of exerting global influence. This free course may be completed online at any time. See course site for detailed overview and learning outcomes. (History 221)

Keywords:: Aztecs, Europe, Japan, Globalization, Christianity, Byzantine, Safavids, Exchange, Scientific Revolution, Renaissance, Americas, Slave Trade, Pastoral-Nomadic, Middle Ages, Golden Age, Reformation, Diaspora, Ming China, Humanism, Portugal, Economy, Buddhism, Orthodox, Trade, Incas, China, Mongol Empire, Mughals, Ottoman Empire, New Spain, Brazil

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Humanities / History

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Material Type:: Online Course
Date Added to MERLOT:: January 27, 2012
Date Modified in MERLOT:: July 23, 2024
Author:: Sean Connor, The Saylor Foundation
Submitter:: Sean Connor
Primary Audience:: College General Ed, College Lower Division
Technical Format:: Website

Mobile Compatibility:: Not specified at this time
Language:: English
Cost Involved:: No
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Creative Commons:: This work is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States