Introduction to 1.1
East Asia during the GLOBAL TAPESTRY period of 1200-1450 is dominated by the Mongol Invasions. Depending on what you consider “CHINA”, the Mongols arrive in 1205, at the beginning of this period (against the Western Xia). Normally, East Asia is the story of Chinese dynasties and how much influence they exert in the region. However, for the GLOBAL TAPESTRY period, it’s the story of the Fall (Song dynasty) and Rise (Ming dynasty) of China along with how the other areas like Korea, Japan, and Vietnam handled these invasions.
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Learning Objective:
A) Explain the systems of government employed by Chinese dynasties and how they developed over time.
B) Explain the effects of Chinese cultural traditions on East Asia over time.
C) Explain the effects of innovation on the Chinese economy over time.
Themes:
A) Systems of Government [GOV]
B) Cultural Traditions [CDI]
C) Trade & Economics [ECN]
Skills:
1.A: Identify a historical concept, development, or process.
1.B: Explain a historical concept, development, or process.
A. [GOV]
Explain the systems of government employed by Chinese dynasties and how they developed over time.
HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENTS:
Empires and states in Afro-Eurasia and the Americas demonstrated continuity, innovation, and diversity in the 13th century. This included the Song Dynasty of China, which utilized traditional methods of Confucianism and an imperial bureaucracy to maintain and justify its rule.
B. [CDI]
Explain the effects of Chinese cultural traditions on East Asia over time.
HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENTS:
Chinese cultural traditions continued, and they influenced neighboring regions. Also, Buddhism and its core beliefs continued to shape societies in Asia and included a variety of branches, schools, and practices.
C. [ECN]
Explain the effects of innovation on the Chinese economy over time.
HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENTS:
The economy of Song China became increasingly commercialized while continuing to depend on free peasant and artisanal labor. Also, the economy of Song China flourished as they increased productive capacity, expanding trade networks, and innovations in agriculture and manufacturing.
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