Into the Garden Virtual Field Trip - Unlocking the Mysteries of Easter Island - Part II
Offered By: UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Embark on a virtual field trip to unravel the enigmatic history of Easter Island in this 57-minute video presentation. Delve into the mysteries surrounding the island's ancient inhabitants, exploring how they arrived and survived in prehistoric conditions. Examine the iconic moai statues, learning about their creation, transportation, and significance. Investigate the quarry where nearly 1000 statues were carved and the methods used to move these massive stone figures. Compare Easter Island's culture to other Polynesian traditions and consider modern examples of similar practices. Gain insights into archaeological evidence and ongoing questions about this fascinating civilization. Suitable for K-12 audiences, with additional educational resources available for further exploration.
Syllabus
Introduction
Mounds Botanical Garden
New Exhibit
Easter Island
How did people get there
Living in prehistoric condition
Statues
Nearly 1000 statues
Eyes of the mind
Ahu
Who Now
The Statues
The Statue Quarry
Statue Carving
Statue Movement
Pukau
Par Buckle
Evidence
Question
Polynesian Traditions
Similarities
Why
Modern Examples
What Have We Learned
Closing
Taught by
UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI
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