Choices Program, Brown University
Choices: Teaching With the News: Unrest in Ukraine
Learning module provides access to video, politcal cartoons, readings, and news sources from which to explore the ongoing political protests in the Ukraine and consider international responses to the crisis.
BBC
Bbc Newsround: Week of 5 12 14: Vote Held in Parts of Eastern Ukraine
Eastern Urkainian citizens recently voted on whether or not their country should stay independent or become a part of Russia. Learn the results of the vote.
US Department of State
Us Department of State: Archive: Ukraine
Provides information about the geography, people, government, economy, history, and foreign relations of Ukraine. (January 2012)
Curated OER
University of Texas: Political Map of Ukraine
A political map of Ukraine showing its major cities, highways, and neighboring countries. Clicking on the image will enlarge it. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Relief Map of Ukraine
A relief map of Ukraine clearly showing the Carpathian Mountains in the west and the Dnieper River running through the middle of the country. Clicking on the map will enlarge it. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
The History Place
The History Place:stalin's Forced Famine 1932 1933
Article examining the events surrounding the famine that Joseph Stalin of the Soviet Union forced causing seven million deaths.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Ukraine
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Ukraine, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Other
Britishbattles: Crimean War: Battle of the Alma
An overview of the Crimean War that provides battle maps and an account of the battles that occurred during the war.
Other
Solovey: List of Major Ukrainian Political Parties
This site offers a chart which includes all of Ukraine's political parties. It is very helpful, including official websites for parties, summaries of party ideologies, and party chairmen.
Other
Brama.com: History of Ukraine
Using hyper-linked tables, this Brama.com site gives an overview of Ukrainian history from the 9th century A.D.to the present.
Other
European Journalism Centre
The homepage for the European Journalism Centre, a study with analysis and interpretation of ethnic reporting from Russia, Latvia, and Ukraine. Provides up-to-date information about current events and news from Europe.
C-SPAN
C Span Classroom Deliberations: Teaching Crimea
Learning module with lesson plan for teachers on Crimea teaches students about the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. After viewing C-SPAN videos and reading related news articles, students can decide for themselves in a classroom...
Other
Brookings Institution: Understanding Ukraine's Presidential Shift
Viktor Yushchenko triumphed over Ukraine's President Viktor Yanukovych in 2004 during the Orange Revolution. Find out why Yanukovych defeated Yushchenko in the 2010 election in this article.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Ukraine
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to the Ukraine in Eastern Europe. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Ukrainian Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Ukrainian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Ukrainians
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Ukrainians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Ukraine
An extensive overview of Europe's second largest country, Ukraine, focusing on history, current information, country facts, political leaders, and news media. Provides links to a timeline of key events, recent news stories, and related...
BBC
Bbc: Profile: Viktor Yushchenko
The BBC provides a profile of the man who will lead Ukraine through "radical political change." His background and political aspirations are noted. 1/2005
BBC
Bbc: Ukraine: Why the Orange Revolution Ran Out of Steam
BBC correspondent Daniel Sandford discusses Ukraine's Orange Revolution and the reasons why it ultimately did not succeed. (March 9, 2011)
BBC
Bbc Newsround: Presidents Obama and Putin Discuss Ukraine
Article reports on recents talks between President Obama and Russia's President Putin regarding the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.
Other
Ukraine: Rights Are Not Given, They Are Taken
Stories of Ukrainian workers and their struggles to fight for good working conditions as the country tries to break away from its communist past. (Date of Article: March 2004)
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Ukrainians
Learn about the culture of the Ukrainians. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Ukrainian Peasants
Learn about the culture of Ukrainian peasants. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Ukraine: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Ukraine in Eastern Europe.