Question: Part 1: Introduction. It is very important that you post and participate in the Introduction Forum. It is how we know you've safely arrived to class! Please introduce yourself to me and the class. Share information about where you work or plan to work after completing your program, your family, and any hobbies or special interests. Also tell us why you are taking this course and what you hope to gain from obtaining your degree.
Part 2: Certain characteristics, themes, and attitudes appear in the explorers we read about this week. In particular, among many other themes, there are interesting responses by each to the Native Americans, the land, and the opportunities. Choose two from Columbus, Verrazzano, deVaca, Champlain or Smith and discuss the themes and ideas you found most important. Contrast how these writings and ideas would be received today.
Answer the higher order questions of how and why in discussion responses.