Thematic Focus

Cultural Developments and Interactions CDI The development of ideas, beliefs, and religions illustrates how groups in society view themselves, and the interactions of societies and their beliefs often have political, social, and cultural implications.

Governance GOV A variety of internal and external factors contribute to state formation, expansion, and decline. Governments maintain order through a variety of administrative institutions, policies, and procedures, and governments obtain, retain, and exercise power in different ways and for different purposes.

Technology and Innovation TEC Human adaptation and innovation have resulted in increased efficiency, comfort, and security, and technological advances have shaped human development and interactions with both intended and unintended consequences.

Learning Objectives

Learning Objective D Explain how systems of belief and their practices affected society in the period from c.1200 to c. 1450.

Learning Objective E Explain the causes and effects of the rise of Islamic states over time.

Learning Objective F Explain the effects of intellectual innovation in Dar al-Islam