Columbian Exchange iMovie

How can the movement of goods, people, and ideas affect societies over time?

Students will create an historical documentary movie that characterizes the effects of the Columbian Exchange on the history and culture of a particular Latin American country over time. Students will use at least 5 primary sources as evidence, and compare the points of view of at least 2 of these sources.

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