Curated OER
Termite Biology
Students explore the physical characteristics, distribution and habitat of termites. The lesson focuses on the termite as a social creature contrary to most other insects.
Curated OER
India and Pakistan: a Simulation of Outcomes
Students become aware of world conflicts and how conflict resolution is used to minimize threats around the world. They analyze a current world conflict and utilize conflict resolution strategies to determine a viable peace initiative.
Curated OER
Resolving the Kashmir Dispute
High schoolers explain the historical origins of the India-Pakistan dispute over Kashmir and debate both sides' claims. They evaluate the position of India and Pakistan relating to the dispute over Kashmir.
Curated OER
A History of Conflict
Students explore issues contributing to the current conflict over the Kashmir region; Indian and Pakistani leadership and steps towards peace since the Indian subcontinentgained independence from British rule in 1947.
Curated OER
Discovering Demographics
High schoolers analyze demographic data including a statistical overview of India. Students synthesize their findings and create an informational poster about India.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: India
A thorough look at India from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: The Making of Modern South Asia
Covering the countries in South Asia, who they are, their histories, and want to deepen the discussion, consider these resources.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: The Making of Modern South Asia
Covering the countries in South Asia, who they are, their histories, and want to deepen the discussion, consider these resources.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Transformed Workplaces
In this Wide Angle video, learn about the transformation of the Indian workplace due to a new influx of young, mostly female workers into India's outsourcing industries.
Chase Young, PhD
Dr. Chase Young, Ph D: Reader's Theater Script: Birbal's Trip to Paradise [Pdf]
A reader's theater adaptation of Steve William's version of Birbal's Trip to Paradise. Six speaking parts are needed in this performance.
Kidport
India: Geography
Concise synopsis of India, covering history, climate, population, key facts, and geography. Includes links to other books on India and India sites.
PBS
Pbs: The Story of India: Map of India
PBS explores India through a detailed map of India and its surrounding countries. Provides details on the location of the country. Identifies important waterways, regions within country, major cities, and mountain ranges.
PBS
Pbs: Taj Mahal: Memorial to Love
A great website specifically about the history behind the Taj Mahal. (Has audio cuts that can be heard by downloading RealAudio.) Also has a wonderful timeline that chronicles The Mughal Dynasty. Be sure to check out the "education" link...
PBS
Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...
PBS
Pbs: The Story of India
Companion website for "The Story of India," a six-part series on India first aired by PBS in January 2009. Covers 10,000 years of Indian history and culture. Includes video clips from the series, an interactive timeline, a sumptuous...
Other
Hartao: An Introduction to Plate Tectonics
Introduces South African Alexander Toit as naming Gondwanaland and Laurasia.
Other
Silk Road Foundation: Buddhism and Its Spread Along the Silk Road
A comprehensive history of the development of Buddhism in India that also addresses its spread into China via the Silk Road, reaching its height during the Sui Dynasty.
Other
Kamat.com: Animals of Indian Mythology
First published in The Quarterly Journal of the Mythic Society, this article discusses animals and their meanings in Indian mythology. Part of an extensive Indian culture site.
Other
Timeline of India
This site is a wonderful site with a timeline of Indian culture from early cave paintings to 1998. The chart itself contains many links to click for more information.
Mountain Voices
Mountain Voices India: Garhwal and Kinnaur
Information on India and the Garhwal and Kinnaur areas. Learn about India's economy, political system and resources. Hear from the local people about their lives.
Mountain Voices
Mountain Voices India: Garhwal and Kinnaur
Information on India and the Garhwal and Kinnaur areas. Learn about India's economy, political system and resources. Hear from the local people about their lives.
Other
Know India
This collection of information addresses many important aspects that shape India's identity, culture, and history. Includes a national profile and a gallery of images.
Other
Flamenco world.com: Flemenco, 200 Years Young
An introduction of the world of Flamenco from its origins in the 15th century. A good summary of the history of this art form.
Other
Chennai District/ District Profile
This site has many different areas of information concerning Chennai. Clicking on Profile highlights geographical and historical information related to the site.