The Age of Exploration or The Age of Discovery

For many Europeans, the Age of Exploration signifies a time when new lands were discovered.
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The Age of Exploration or The Age of Discovery
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Jan 2018
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$19.99
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Why take this course?

🚀 Embark on a Historical Voyage with "The Age of Exploration" Course! 🌍

Dive into the fascinating epoch known as the Age of Discovery or the Age of Exploration! This captivating journey through history spans from the early 15th to the late 18th century, an era that saw Europe's cultural transformation and the dawn of globalization. 🗺️

Key Elements of the Course:

  • The Dawn of European Navigation: Uncover how Portuguese explorers, under the guidance of Prince Henry the Navigator, began to chart new courses along Africa’s coasts.

  • Columbus' Voyage and Beyond: Learn about Christopher Columbus' westward voyage in 1492 that led to the discovery of new lands across the Atlantic – a journey initially aimed at reaching Asia but resulting in the 'discovery' of the Americas. 🏝️

  • Vasco da Gama's Trailblazing Route: Discover how Vasco da Gama navigated around Southern Africa to reach India, opening up new trade routes and cultural exchanges.

  • Magellan's Legacy: Witness the monumental achievement of Magellan’s circumnavigation of the Earth, proving the world was round and paving the way for future explorers. 🌍

What You Will Learn:

  • The Impact on Global Relations: Understand how these voyages reshaped global relations and trade, leading to a mix of cultural exchanges and conflicts.

  • Colonialism and Mercantilism: Explore the rise of colonialism and mercantilism, and how they became central to European economies and national policies.

  • The View from the New Worlds: Gain insights into the perspectives of the indigenous populations who were already inhabiting these newfound lands as Europeans arrived.

  • Technological Innovations: Examine the advancements in navigation, shipbuilding, and cartography that made these voyages possible.

Course Highlights:

✅ Detailed lectures covering key events and figures of the Age of Exploration

✅ Engaging multimedia content, including maps, artifacts, and videos

✅ Interactive timelines to visualize the progression of global exploration

✅ Expert insights from historians specializing in this period

✅ Opportunities for discussion and debate with fellow learners

📅 Enroll Now to Set Sail on a Journey Through Time! Embark on an adventure that will take you across oceans, through uncharted territories, and into the heart of one of history's most transformative periods. Sign up for "The Age of Exploration" course and witness firsthand how Europe's quest to find new routes led to a world connected as never before! ⚫️🔮

Join us to unravel the complex narrative of this pivotal era in human history and understand how it continues to shape our globalized world today. 🌍✨

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