This is the seventh episode in our Pre-Colombian series on life in the Americas before the European arrival. In this episode, Shawn uncovers the ancient mythology of Quetzalcoatl and the Feathered Serpent.

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This is the sixth episode in our Pre-Colombian series on life in the Americas before the European arrival, and the second part of the Aztec expedition. Our host, Shawn, explores interesting topics such as the ritual sacrifices performed by the Aztecs and much more!

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This is the fifth episode in our Pre-Colombian series on life in the Americas before the European arrival, and the first part of the Aztec expedition. Shawn introduces the most powerful Mesoamerican Civilization--The Aztecs--and discusses the similarities and differences they have to other groups in the region.

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This is the fourth episode in our Pre-Colombian series on life in the Americas before the European arrival, and the second part of the Maya expedition. Shawn explores more key attributes of the Maya civilization such as Maya warfare, sports, and the famous calendar system.

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This is the third episode in our Pre-Colombian series on life in the Americas before the European arrival, and the first part of the Maya expedition. Shawn introduces the Maya and shares how the ancient language was decyphered.

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This is the second episode in our Pre-Colombian series on life in the Americas before the European arrival. Shawn visits the largest city in ancient Mesoamerica and explores the rise and fall of this titanic urban center.

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This is the first episode in our Pre-Colombian series on life in the Americas before the European arrival. Our host, Shawn, clarifies some important terminologies and explores the archeological evidence for the Ancient Olmec Civilization.

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In this episode, our host Shawn shares how he uses interactive maps in the classroom to teach history! You can read his research by using this link:

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This episode is dedicated to the best ways to teach history. Our host, Shawn, shares how he uses historical resources in the classroom to best inspire his students to learn about the past. Along the way, we also discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each source.

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This episode is dedicated to the "philosophy of history". Our host, Shawn, lists 4 of the leading philosophies and how we analyze the past. The 4 models of historical analysis are:

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