Section outline

  • THEMATIC FOCUS

    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 OBJECTIVE 

    Unit 2: Learning Objective H
    Explain the causes and effects of the growth of trans-Saharan trade.

    HISTORICAL DIFFERENCES

    KC-3.1.II.A.ii
    The growth of interregional trade was encouraged by innovations in existing transportation technologies.

    KC-3.1.I.A.iv
    Improved transportation technologies and commercial practices led to an increased volume of trade and expanded the geographical range of existing trade routes, including the trans-Saharan trade network.