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Cultura Maya en Yucatán

Alejandro Esteban Fitzmaurice Cahluni, Jorge Oswaldo Gómez Ortiz, and Eduardo Manuel Puga Salazar

Alejandro Esteban Fitzmaurice Cahluni, Jorge Oswaldo Gómez Ortiz, and Eduardo Manuel Puga Salazar

Conoce los rasgos básicos de una de las civilizaciones más importantes de América Latina: los mayas.

Es un recorrido a través de las características más valiosos de la Cultura Maya en Yucatán, incluyendo claves fundamentales para entender la sociedad, su historia, religión, sociedad, situación de las mujeres, tradiciones, vestimenta, así como su arquitectura y los vestigios que se conservan.

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Conoce los rasgos básicos de una de las civilizaciones más importantes de América Latina: los mayas.

Es un recorrido a través de las características más valiosos de la Cultura Maya en Yucatán, incluyendo claves fundamentales para entender la sociedad, su historia, religión, sociedad, situación de las mujeres, tradiciones, vestimenta, así como su arquitectura y los vestigios que se conservan.

Además, descubre la esencia de su desarrollo en la Península, en la cual se encuentran zonas arqueológicas como Chichén Itzá, Uxmal, Edzná y Calakmul. Una importante civilización, que se estableció en las tierras peninsulares para hacerse inmortal en la historia.

Descubre la concepción del mundo a través de la visión de los Mayas, su religión, sus sistemas de numeración y escritura; sus ruedas calendáricas y las teorías que existen sobre la decadencia que vivió a la llegada de los españoles.

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Módulo 1: Introducción a la Civilización Maya

Módulo 2: Sociedad y religión

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Examines the Mayan civilization, a prominent culture in Latin America

Explores the fundamental characteristics of Mayan society, religion, and architecture

Provides insights into the Mayan people, including their traditions, customs, and daily lives

Unveils the mysteries of the Mayan calendar and writing systems, shedding light on their complex knowledge

Highlights the significance of archaeological sites in the Yucatán Peninsula, such as Chichén Itzá and Uxmal

Offers a comprehensive overview of the Mayan civilization, making it suitable for students with varying backgrounds

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Cultura maya: recorrido completo y accesible

Según los estudiantes, este curso ofrece una visión muy completa y bien explicada de la cultura maya, destacando su rigor académico y la pasión del instructor. Se aprecia el material visual de alta calidad, especialmente los videos, y su habilidad para conectar la historia antigua con la realidad actual de los mayas. Sin embargo, algunos learners con conocimientos previos lo encuentran demasiado básico y desearían mayor profundidad en ciertos temas como la arquitectura. Es una excelente introducción para principiantes.

Aborda la relevancia de la cultura maya en la actualidad.

"Me gustó mucho cómo conectan la historia antigua con la realidad de los mayas hoy."

"La sección sobre la situación de las mujeres mayas me pareció particularmente reveladora."

"El contenido es muy valioso, especialmente la parte sobre la resistencia y la situación actual."

Destaca por la presentación profesional y la claridad del instructor.

"La profesora es fantástica, clara y apasionada."

"La voz del instructor es muy agradable y el material visual es impresionante."

"La forma en que se presentan los temas es muy accesible y amena. Los videos son excelentes."

Una excelente introducción para quienes no tienen conocimientos previos.

"Ideal para un primer acercamiento al tema."

"Para principiantes está bien, pero para alguien que busca un nivel más avanzado, quizás se quede corto."

"Quizás es mejor para alguien sin ningún conocimiento previo sobre la cultura maya."

Proporciona una visión exhaustiva de la civilización maya.

"Excelente curso, muy completo y bien explicado. La información es muy interesante y el material de apoyo es de gran calidad."

"Realmente superó mis expectativas. Pensé que sería un curso superficial, pero aborda temas profundos con gran respeto y rigor académico."

"Me encantó el curso. Es una joya para aprender sobre los mayas. La información es precisa y la presentación es muy profesional."

Algunos usuarios han reportado problemas menores de audio.

"Sin embargo, en un par de ocasiones, el audio no era el mejor, lo cual distraía un poco. Espero que puedan revisarlo."

Puede resultar básico para quienes ya tienen conocimientos previos.

"Interesante, pero esperaba más profundidad en la arquitectura. Las explicaciones eran un poco básicas para alguien que ya tiene conocimientos previos."

"El curso me pareció muy básico y repetitivo en algunas secciones. Ya conocía gran parte de la información."

"Si ya tienes bases sobre el tema, este curso puede no ofrecerte mucha información nueva."

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Learners who complete Cultura Maya en Yucatán will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Historian

Historians research, analyze, interpret, and write about the past. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Historians build a foundation in the history and culture of the Mayans.

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Cultural Anthropologist

Cultural Anthropologists study the cultural behavior, beliefs, and practices of different societies. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Cultural Anthropologists build a foundation in the culture and society of the Mayans.

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Ethnologist

Ethnologists study the cultures of different societies. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Ethnologists build a foundation in the culture and society of the Mayans.

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Folklorist

Folklorists study the traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a particular group of people. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Folklorists build a foundation in the traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of the Mayans.

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Linguist

Linguists study the structure and development of language. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Linguists build a foundation in the Mayan language and writing system.

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Philologist

Philologists study the development of languages and their relationships to one another. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Philologists build a foundation in the development of the Mayan language and its relationship to other languages.

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Anthropologist

Anthropologists study the behavior, origin, and development of humans. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Anthropologists build a foundation in the culture and society of the Mayans.

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Sociologist

Sociologists study human society and social behavior. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Sociologists build a foundation in the social structure and organization of the Mayans.

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Theologist

Theologists study the nature of God and religious beliefs. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Theologians build a foundation in the religious beliefs and practices of the Mayans.

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Religious Studies Professor

Religious Studies Professors teach about the nature of God, religious beliefs, and religious practices. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Religious Studies Professors build a foundation in the religious beliefs and practices of the Mayans.

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Museum curator

Museum Curators plan and organize exhibitions, care for museum collections, and conduct educational programs for the public. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Museum Curators build a foundation about the history and culture of the Mayans. This foundation can help plan and organize exhibitions on Mayan culture, care for collections of Mayan artifacts, and conduct educational programs for the public about the Mayans.

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Teacher

Teachers plan, prepare, and deliver lessons to students in a variety of academic subjects. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Teachers build a foundation in the history and culture of the Mayans. This foundation can help plan and deliver lessons on Mayan history and culture to students.

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Journalist

Journalists research, write, and report on news and current events. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Journalists build a foundation in the history and culture of the Mayans. This foundation can help research, write, and report on news and current events related to the Mayans.

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Travel Writer

Travel Writers research, write, and publish articles and books about travel destinations. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Travel Writers build a foundation in the history and culture of the Mayans. This foundation can help research, write, and publish articles and books about travel destinations related to the Mayans.

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Archaeologist

Archaeologists study past peoples and cultures by excavating and examining material remains as simple as an arrow point or as complex as the ruins of a prehistoric village. The course _Cultura Maya en Yucatán_ may be useful for this career field. It can help aspiring Archaeologists build a foundation in Mayan culture, society, and architecture.

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Reading list

We've selected eight books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Cultura Maya en Yucatán.

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This classic textbook provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the Maya civilization. It is widely used in university courses and valuable resource for scholars.

(English) The Maya

(English) Lives of the Gods: Divinity in Maya Art

(English) The Maya (Ancient Peoples and Places)

(English) The Classic Maya (Cambridge World Archaeology)

(English) The Adorned Body: Mapping Ancient Maya Dress

(English) Maya Archaeology 2: Featuring the Ancient Maya...

(English) Maya Archaeology 1: Featuring the Ancient Maya...

(English) Maya Archaeology 3: Featuring the Grolier Codex

(English) Royal Courts Of The Ancient Maya: Volume 2: Data...

(English) A Maya Universe in Stone

(English) The Maya (Tenth)

(English) The Memory of Bones: Body, Being, and Experience...

(English) A Maya Universe in Stone

(English) The Adorned Body: Mapping Ancient Maya Dress

(English) The Gifted Passage: Young Men in Classic Maya Art...

(English) Royal Courts Of The Ancient Maya: Volume 1: Theory,...

(English) An Inconstant Landscape: The Maya Kingdom of El...

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Esta traducción del antiguo texto maya Popol Vuh ofrece información invaluable sobre la mitología, creencias y tradiciones de los mayas. Es una lectura esencial para cualquiera que desee comprender la cosmovisión maya.

(English) Popol Vuh: The Sacred Book of the Ancient Quiche...

Popol-Vuh: Las antiguas historias del Quiché

Popol Vuh (Religión) (Spanish Edition)

Popol Vuh (Religión) (Spanish Edition)

(English) By Adrian Recinos - Popol Vuh: The Sacred Book of...

Popol Vuh. Las antiguas historias del Quiché...

(Português) Popol Vuh: O esplendor da palavra antiga dos Maias...

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The Petexbatun Regional Archaeological Project

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Offers a collection of essays by leading Maya scholars, providing new insights into the Maya civilization.

(English) The Petexbatun Regional Archaeological Project: A...

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Maya History and Religion

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This classic work by one of the pioneers of Maya archaeology provides a comprehensive overview of the Maya civilization.

(English) Maya History and Religion (Volume 99) (The...

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Ancient Maya Politics

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Presents a stunning collection of Maya art and artifacts, providing a glimpse into the lives and beliefs of the ancient Maya.

(English) Ancient Maya Politics

(English) Ancient Maya Politics: A Political Anthropology of...

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Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest

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Provides a concise and accessible overview of the Maya civilization, making it a good starting point for beginners.

Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest

Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest

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Ancient Civilizations Of The New World

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Provides a comprehensive overview of the Maya civilization, covering its history, culture, and archaeology. It valuable resource for students and researchers alike.

Ancient Civilizations Of The New World

Ancient Civilizations Of The New World

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The Code of Kings

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Este libro completo ofrece una síntesis de la historia y la cultura mayas, abarcando desde su ascenso hasta su declive. Es una lectura valiosa para estudiantes, investigadores y cualquier persona interesada en la historia antigua.

(English) The Code of Kings: The Language of Seven Sacred...

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4-5 semanas

Level

Introductory

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Institution

Universidades Anáhuac

Instructors

Alejandro Esteban Fitzmaurice Cahluni

Jorge Oswaldo Gómez Ortiz

Eduardo Manuel Puga Salazar

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Español

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Read about what's good

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and possible dealbreakers

Examines the Mayan civilization, a prominent culture in Latin America

Explores the fundamental characteristics of Mayan society, religion, and architecture

Provides insights into the Mayan people, including their traditions, customs, and daily lives

Unveils the mysteries of the Mayan calendar and writing systems, shedding light on their complex knowledge

Highlights the significance of archaeological sites in the Yucatán Peninsula, such as Chichén Itzá and Uxmal

Offers a comprehensive overview of the Mayan civilization, making it suitable for students with varying backgrounds

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