Aztec Rise to Power and Technology
aligned to Aero For Social Studies 8.8.a Explain Prerequisites For The Adoption Of A Particular Technology (social Need, Social Resources, Cultural Attitude, Etc.)
Learning Objective
I can explain the social, environmental, and cultural reasons behind the Aztecs' adoption of specific technologies.
Lesson Flow
Watch Video
This is Why Aztec Writing and Technology is Going Viral
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Practice
7 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“The video describes chinampas as an Aztec agricultural technology. Explain how the environment of the Valley of Mexico influenced the Aztecs' decision to develop and use chinampas. The video mentions that the Aztecs built aqueducts to bring fresh water to their capital city. What social need did these aqueducts address, and how did this need influence the adoption of this technology? The video discusses the Aztec calendar system, including the Tonalpohualli. How did Aztec cultural beliefs influence the development and importance of this calendar?”
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