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AROUND THE AP WORLD DAY 78: PERIODIZATION
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AROUND THE AP WORLD DAY 78: PERIODIZATION

Understanding Historical Periodization

Overview of Historical Periods

  • The speaker introduces the concept of periodization in history, emphasizing how it can feel overwhelming due to the vast amount of information.
  • The speaker clarifies that historical study is divided into chronological periods rather than just thematic units, which helps in organizing content for better understanding.

Breakdown of Historical Periods

  • Post-Classical Period (1200 to 1450): Focuses on trade routes and their significance, highlighting the importance of trade cities and interactions among traders.
  • Early Modern Period (1450 to 1750): Discusses various empires' actions and conflicts, illustrating a time characterized by imperial expansion and competition.
  • Modern Period (1750 to 1900): Centers around revolutions, including political upheavals leading to significant changes in governance and society; mentions the Industrial Revolution as a key event.
  • Contemporary Period (1900 to Present): Anticipates discussions about wars, diseases, genocides, and other global crises that define this era.

Importance of Understanding These Periods

  • The speaker stresses the necessity for students to grasp these historical chunks for effective exam preparation and overall comprehension of history.
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Today, we look at how the College Board breaks down the course into different PERIODS. Need more help? Want a study guide for this unit? How about a key to that Study Guide? How bout a Study Guide and Key for EVERY UNIT... Plus, review videos?!? All of this AND MORE can be found in my ULTIMATE REVIEW PACKET: https://www.ultimatereviewpacket.com/courses/world-history POST CLASSICAL PERIOD 1200-1450: https://www.freeman-pedia.com/post-classical-12001450 EARLY MODERN PERIOD 1450-1750: https://www.freeman-pedia.com/early-modern-14501750 MODERN PERIOD 1750-1900: https://www.freeman-pedia.com/modern-period-1750-1900 CONTEMPORARY PERIOD 1900-PRESENT: https://www.freeman-pedia.com/contemporary-period-1900-present