Navigational Technological Advancements 1600
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Explain how technological and scientific advances contributed to the power of European nations.
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Tools Used by Early Explorers
It's hard to imagine going anywhere today without a GPS unit, a PDA or at least directions from a reputable map, but early explorers did it without modern equipment as they courageously forged their way to uncharted lands. Despite the fact that exploration was often prompted by a lust for gold or riches, or to conquer people and acquire land, often in the name of religion, early explorers nevertheless used tools that were state-of-the-art at the time, but now seem crude compared to the electronic devices available in the 21st century. Read on to learn more about the tools early explorers used.
View ResourceNavigation WebQuest
"Where in the world are you?" Today it is common to see people talking on their cell phones describing to the person on the other end where they are and what they see. Our location in the world is described using different methods. This activity is designed for you to learn about basic navigation; the science of knowing and describing where you are and determining which way to travel to get to where you are going.
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- 7-1 The student will demonstrate an understanding of the growth and impact of global trade on world civilizations after 1600.