文物精品与文化中国：农业与制造业 | Relics in Chinese History - Part 1: Agriculture and Manufacturing from edX

Chinese archaeology is one of the fastest growing and most exciting fields of study in China. With a wealth of cultural relics unearthed this past century, the world’s fascination with China’s rich history has been renewed.

In this part 1 of a three-part series, this Chinese history course will examine unique cultural relics identified by scholars as important to Chinese civilization. We will focus on agriculture, textiles, architecture, painted pottery, jade articles, bronze ware, shipbuilding and more. We will ignite your curiosity as we explore how these treasures reveal China’s past, and guide the future of Chinese culture.

中国考古学是以往100年中发展最为迅速的领域之一，大批珍贵文物的出土，不断刷新人们对文化中国的认识。本课程以4-6件（组）精品文物作引子，将学术界探索中华文明的过程作为线索，介绍古代中国在造船、玉器等诸多领域的杰出成就，其中不乏学术前沿的考古发现与研究成果，内容精彩纷呈，雅俗共赏，学生可以藉此获得对文化中国全方位的、直观而深入的认识。

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History of chinese agriculture and its impact on chinese culture
The development of chinese manufacturing

Chinese history through archeological excavations

History of chinese agriculture and its impact on chinese culture
The development of chinese manufacturing
Chinese history through archeological excavations

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Investigates Chinese culture using archeological excavations, a useful method in the field

Introduces students to Chinese history, an essential topic for further study

Taught by Peng Lin, a specialist in the field

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Review of the history of Chinese agriculture

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Enhance your foundational knowledge of Chinese agriculture and improve your comprehension of the course material.

Browse courses on Chinese Agriculture

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Read the assigned textbook chapters on Chinese agricultural history.
Create a timeline of major developments in Chinese agriculture.

Form a study group with classmates to discuss course topics

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Enhance your understanding of course concepts through collaborative learning and peer support.

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Identify classmates with similar interests or learning goals.
Establish regular meeting times and select a communication platform.
Take turns presenting on assigned topics and facilitate group discussions.

Design a infographic on the development of Chinese manufacturing

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Reinforce your understanding of Chinese manufacturing and develop your visual communication skills.

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Research the history and key milestones of Chinese manufacturing.
Identify the main themes and trends in Chinese manufacturing.
Choose a visual format and design an engaging infographic.

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Design a lesson plan on a specific aspect of Chinese history for a high school class

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Apply your knowledge of Chinese history to create a valuable educational resource and enhance your teaching skills.

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Choose a specific topic in Chinese history that aligns with high school curriculum standards.
Research and gather relevant information from credible sources.
Develop engaging and age-appropriate activities and assessments.
Design a detailed lesson plan outline, including objectives, materials, and procedures.

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Learners who complete 文物精品与文化中国：农业与制造业 | Relics in Chinese History - Part 1: Agriculture and Manufacturing will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Archaeologist

Archaeologists study past peoples and cultures by excavating and examining material remains. This course would provide a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would be essential for understanding the material remains that archaeologists study. The course would also help archaeologists to develop the skills needed to excavate and examine material remains, such as the ability to identify and interpret artifacts.

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Curator

Curators are responsible for the care and preservation of museum collections. This course would provide curators with a deep understanding of the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would be essential for understanding the objects in their collections. The course would also help curators to develop the skills needed to care for and preserve museum objects, such as the ability to identify and interpret artifacts.

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Museum Educator

Museum educators develop and deliver educational programs for museum visitors. This course would provide museum educators with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would be essential for developing and delivering educational programs about these topics. The course would also help museum educators to develop the skills needed to engage visitors with museum collections, such as the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and accessible way.

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Art historian

Art historians study the history of art. This course would provide art historians with a deep understanding of the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would be essential for understanding the development of Chinese art. The course would also help art historians to develop the skills needed to research and analyze art, such as the ability to identify and interpret artifacts.

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Anthropologist

Anthropologists study human societies and cultures. This course would provide anthropologists with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would be essential for understanding the development of Chinese society and culture. The course would also help anthropologists to develop the skills needed to research and analyze human societies and cultures, such as the ability to identify and interpret artifacts.

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Historian

Historians study the past. This course would provide historians with a deep understanding of the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would be essential for understanding Chinese history. The course would also help historians to develop the skills needed to research and analyze history, such as the ability to identify and interpret artifacts.

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Teacher

Teachers educate students in a variety of subjects. This course would be helpful for teachers who are teaching about Chinese history, culture, or archaeology. The course would provide teachers with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would help them to teach these topics in a more informed and engaging way.

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Journalist

Journalists write and report on current events. This course would be helpful for journalists who are covering stories about Chinese history, culture, or archaeology. The course would provide journalists with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would help them to write and report on these topics in a more informed and accurate way.

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Lawyer

Lawyers represent clients in legal matters. This course would be helpful for lawyers who are working on cases involving Chinese history, culture, or archaeology. The course would provide lawyers with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would help them to understand the legal issues involved in these cases.

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Businessperson

Businesspeople manage and operate businesses. This course would be helpful for businesspeople who are interested in doing business in China. The course would provide businesspeople with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would help them to understand the Chinese market and to develop business strategies that are appropriate for the Chinese context.

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Politician

Politicians make and enforce laws. This course would be helpful for politicians who are interested in developing policies that affect China. The course would provide politicians with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would help them to understand the needs of the Chinese people and to develop policies that are beneficial to China.

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Social Worker

Social workers help people to cope with social and economic problems. This course would be helpful for social workers who are working with Chinese clients. The course would provide social workers with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would help them to understand the cultural context of their clients' problems and to develop effective interventions.

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Economist

Economists study the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. This course would be helpful for economists who are interested in studying the Chinese economy. The course would provide economists with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would help them to understand the development of the Chinese economy and to develop economic models that are appropriate for the Chinese context.

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Engineer

Engineers design and build structures, machines, and systems. This course would be helpful for engineers who are working on projects in China. The course would provide engineers with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would help them to understand the Chinese construction industry and to develop engineering solutions that are appropriate for the Chinese context.

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Doctor

Doctors diagnose and treat diseases. This course may be helpful for doctors who are interested in working with Chinese patients. The course would provide doctors with a strong foundation in the history of Chinese agriculture and manufacturing, which would help them to understand the cultural context of their patients' health problems and to develop effective treatments.

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