World History: The Ming and their Exploration Lesson

In this full World History lesson, explore the rise of the Ming Dynasty, their ambitious voyages of exploration, and their decision to turn inward just as Europe was expanding across the globe.

We’ll examine the leadership of Zheng He, the scope of his treasure fleet, and how Ming China’s policies shaped global trade and interactions with foreign powers. Students will also compare China’s approach to exploration with that of Europe during the Age of Exploration.

🧠 Topics Covered:

The fall of the Yuan Dynasty and rise of the Ming Dynasty

The power and achievements of Ming rule

Zheng He’s voyages: routes, purposes, and global impact

China’s shift to isolationism and its long-term consequences

Ming trade policies, tribute system, and the kowtow ritual

Encounters with Europeans and their restricted trade

Japan’s feudal society, European contact, and isolation under the Tokugawa shogunate

Comparison of Asian and European exploration strategies

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🎯 Lesson Objective:
Students will explain how the Ming Dynasty engaged with global exploration, why they chose isolation, and how their policies contrasted with European expansion.

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