World War II: A Global Conflict · Summer Term

The Mystery of the Maya Collapse

Evaluate different theories regarding the decline and abandonment of major Classic Maya cities.

Key Questions

  1. Analyze the evidence suggesting environmental factors contributed to the Maya collapse.
  2. Evaluate the role of warfare and political instability in the decline of Maya cities.
  3. Hypothesize about the most plausible reasons for the Classic Maya collapse based on available evidence.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Early People and Ancient SocietiesNCCA: Primary - Continuity and Change Over Time
Class/Year: 6th Class
Subject: Voices of the Past: Exploring Change and Continuity
Unit: World War II: A Global Conflict
Period: Summer Term

Suggested Methodologies

Document Mystery

Analyze evidence to solve a historical question

30–45 min

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Socratic Seminar

Deep discussion in inner/outer circles

30–60 min

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Inquiry Circle

Student-led investigation of self-generated questions

30–55 min

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