ASIA
Essential Questions:
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How has geography defined the Asian world?
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In what ways has external influences shaped the development of Asia?
This unit covers the major geographical features, culture and history of Asia and how they have subsequently influenced the development of the Asian world. Students will learn about both the physical and political geography of the continent with an emphasis in map identification. Government structures such as communism, imperialism, and the dynasties of China will also be explored. Major cultural elements include Confucianism, Buddhism and Hinduism.
Readings
Videos
Resources
Summative Assessments
John Green's "Crashcourse: The Silk Road and Ancient Trade"
John Green's "Crashcourse: Buddha and Ashoka"
John Green's "Crashcourse: 2,000 Years of Chinese History"
Hank Green's "Crashcourse: Nuclear Chemistry"
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Summative Asian Geography Test through Sheppard Software and Google Forms EQ
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History and Culture Test on Asia
John Green's "Crashcourse: The Mongols" (Finally!!!)
Full-movie of "Grave of the Fireflies" (be warned, super sad)