Curated OER
The Magnificent Medici
Students watch a video about the internal power struggles of the Medici family of Renaissance Italy. They compare the Medici family to the Mafia and produce a written response to the film.
Curated OER
The Unification of Italy
Students process variety of information on how Italy became a nation, and answer series of short-answer questions on the topics discussed in class.
Curated OER
Coalition or Division?
Students research and write essays on contemporary Italian politics and their roots to explain the prime minister's recent resignation in context. They explain why coalition governments are formed.
Curated OER
Geography, Map Skills & the Internet:
Students research various websites focusing on Italy while enhancing student utilization of computer, keyboards and the Internet. They discuss their findings on the geography, history, topography, and culture.
Curated OER
Italian Culture Word Search
In this word search worksheet, students search for terms related to Italy and Italian culture. The words include important places, products and languages.
Curated OER
Italy
Students read stories about Italy and identify main events and characters. They take an imaginary trip to Italy and write a story about their adventures. In addition, they practice several italian words and phrases.
Curated OER
Italy: Festa del Grillo
Pupils examine the traditions of the Festa del Grillo in Italy and its relationship to the culture of Italy. After being shown examples, they create their own cricket out of materials found in the classroom. Using 3D, they decorate a...
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Augustus and the Roman World
William Morey, in his 1901 textbook, explains Augustus' administration of the three parts of the Roman Empire, Rome, Italy, and the provinces.
City University of New York
Cuny: General Characteristics of the Renaissance
A look at the rebirth of the Renaissance in the context of five interrelated issues: a renewed interest in classical antiquity and the concept of "the Great Chain of Being", political changes, Humanism, the literary doctrine of...
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: The Trial of Galileo
An account of the trial of Galileo, who was brought before the Roman Inquisition in the early 1600s.
Other
The Crown Council of Ethiopia: The Battle of Adwa
This site provides a detailed discussion of the Battle of Adwa, which saw the defeat of Italian forces by Ethiopia.
Robert H. Sarkissian
Island of Freedom: Michelangelo Buonarroti
Complete discussion of Michelangelo, Italian Renaissance artist. Discusses his life, his impact on the art world, his political views of the times, and his influence on society. Explanation of works, additional links to other great artists.
PBS
Pbs: The War: Monte Cassino (Allied Invasion of Italy)
At the online companion site of the PBS documentary series "THE WAR," find a description of a series of engagements between the Allies and Germans for control of Monte Cassino. With links to related resources, including archive photos...
PBS
Pbs: The War: Sicily and the Invasion of Italy
At the online companion site of the PBS documentary series "THE WAR," find a write-up about Allied invasion of Sicily, which to that point was the largest amphibious landing in history. With links to related resources, including archive...
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...
Other
Turin 1911: The World's Fair in Italy
A multimedia research tool devoted to the only Worls's Fair ever held in Italy. Turin 1911 discusses the ideological foundations of the World's Fair's phenomenom as a whole.
Other
Journal of Historic Review: Italian Fascism: An Interpretation
This well-researched essay focuses on the history of fascism in Italy as well as on the ideology.
Other
Animal Info: Dama Gazelle
This site contains a variety of information on the dama gazelle. Detailed statistics and trends on this endangered species.
Other
Tourizm Maps: Map of Italy
A map of Italy labeling the country's 20 different regions. Click on any region to get a full scale map of that specific area.
Library of Congress
Loc: Rome Reborn: The Vatican Library and Renaissance Culture
This exhibition includes information and artifacts from the Vatican Library regarding archaeology, humanism, mathematics, music, medicine, nature, and more.
Other
Venice Backstage
Learn what the city of Venice does behind the curtains to make one appreciate the beauty of this fantastic city.
Other
Museum of International Folk Art: Carnival Around the World; Venice, Italy
From the exhibit "Carnaval Around the World" at the Museum of International Folk Art, we have a feature page on the celebration as it occurs in Venice, Italy. With a description, photos, map and audio clip this is a nice glimpse into...
Other
The Roman World 509 b.c. To a.d. 180
This narrative site provides great overview to life in ancient Rome and Roman history. The geography, early settlers, Roman monarchy, Roman conquest of Italy are all mentioned.
Other
Italy Guides: Cities of Italy
Take a virtual tour of the many historic cities of Italy. Click on any city shown on the interactive map to view related facts and beautiful photos. Though a tourist site, the map and accompanying information is useful to anyone...