<aside> <img src="/icons/info-alternate_gray.svg" alt="/icons/info-alternate_gray.svg" width="40px" /> In this unit, we will explore the impact of Chinese dynasties and the Mongols during the post-classical era. We will also examine the origins and core principles of Islam, as well as its spread throughout Asia and Africa. Finally, we will take a closer look at the rise of the Ottoman Empire. By the end of this unit, you will have a deeper understanding of the historical events that shaped Asia and Africa during this time period.

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Learning Intentions

• Examine the influence of Chinese dynasties and the Mongols during the post-classical era
• Identify Islam’s origins, core principles, and its spread throughout Asia and Africa
• Examine the rise of the Ottoman Empire

Concept 3.1 | Post-Classical China & the Mongols

Chinese Philosophy

Buddhism & Hinduism Videos

Yuan Dynasty and Shogun Japan

Secondary Source Reading: The Mongol Empire

The Mongols Video Notes

Post-Classical China Part 1

Post-Classical Asia Quiz Study Outline

3.2 | Spread of Islam and Ideas

The Byzantine Empire

Spread of Islam

The Islamic Caliphates

African Trade Empires

3.3 | The Ottoman Empire

The Ottoman Empire