Curated OER
China Overview: A Brief History of Chinese Dynasties
Sometimes all you need is a quick reminder and a brief outline to help put information in order. Present your class with an outline of the major accomplishments, individuals, and culture that marked each of China's ten Dynasties. This is...
Curated OER
On the Road with Marco Polo: Marco Polo in China
Students investigate who the Mongols were and where their empire was located. They research Kublai Khan and the region he ruled. They study the major products of 13th Century China.
Curated OER
The Mongol Conquests: The Mongols, a nomadic people from the steppe, conquer settled societies across much of Asia.
Introduce the Mongol Empire, its rulers, and major conquests. This easy-to-follow and brief slide show, highlights key events, timelines, and players of the Mongolian reign. Also, the concepts of the Asian steppe and nomadic life are...
Curated OER
The Golden Horde
Students examine the impact of the Golden Horde. In this world history lesson, students listen to a lecture presented by their instructor regarding the army of Tartars led by Batu Khan. Students write pieces that exemplify what under...
Curated OER
Geography of China
Students research Chinese dynasties and write papers on them. They conclude by making comparisons between eastern and western cultures.
Columbia University
Columbia University: Asia for Educators: The Mongols in World History
Coverage of many aspects of Mongol history, from A.D. 1000-1500, including conquests and important figures in Mongol history
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Old World Contacts: Era of Military Empires
A description of the trade routes established and used in the twelfth and thirteenth century. Gives a list of goods that were traded and reasons for the trade.
American Forum for Global Education
American Forum for Global Education: The Mongol War Machine
Discussion of the reasons for the success of the Mongol armies.
University of Washington
Visual Sourcebook for Chinese Civilization: Map of Yuan Dynasty
See this map of the Four Khanates of the Mongol Empire, of which the Great Khanate made up the territory of Yuan Dynasty.
Other
Mongolian Culture
Introduces Mongolian culture, with many links to additional information and resources about Mongolia and its history.
Ibis Communications
Eye Witness to History: Kublai Khan in Battle, 1287
This article utilizes the descriptions of Marco Polo to highlight a battle between the great Khan and a rival.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Moldova: People
A description of the ethnic groups in Moldova, the religions, and the people through history. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: The Mongols
Article provides a general look at the Mongolian nomads as well as biographies of several famous Mongol leaders. Informational and interesting from the University of Calgary.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Genghis Khan
The story of Genghis Khan's life, his military conquests, and the ingenious strategies he used to overcome his enemies.
Friesian School
Friesian.com: The Mongol Khans
This site from Friesian.com provides a history of the Mongol Khans starting with Genghis Khan.
Other
Visulistan: Mapping the Empires of History #Infographic
This infographic maps the empires of history including the British Empire, the Mongol Empire, the Russian Empire, the Spanish Empire, the Umayyad Caliphate, the Portuguese Empire, the Achaemenid Empire (First Persian Empire), the Ottoman...