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Unit Plan
Choices Program, Brown University

Choices: Teaching With the News: Unrest in Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Article
BBC

Bbc Newsround: Week of 5 12 14: Vote Held in Parts of Eastern Ukraine

For Students K - 1st
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.
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Handout
US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the geography, people, government, economy, history, and foreign relations of Ukraine. (January 2012)
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Graphic
Curated OER

University of Texas: Political Map of Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Graphic
Curated OER

University of Texas: Relief Map of Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Website
The History Place

The History Place:stalin's Forced Famine 1932 1933

For Students 9th - 10th
Article examining the events surrounding the famine that Joseph Stalin of the Soviet Union forced causing seven million deaths.
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Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Website
Other

Britishbattles: Crimean War: Battle of the Alma

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the Crimean War that provides battle maps and an account of the battles that occurred during the war.
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Graphic
Other

Solovey: List of Major Ukrainian Political Parties

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Graphic
Other

Brama.com: History of Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
Using hyper-linked tables, this Brama.com site gives an overview of Ukrainian history from the 9th century A.D.to the present.
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Website
Other

European Journalism Centre

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
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.
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Unit Plan
C-SPAN

C Span Classroom Deliberations: Teaching Crimea

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Article
Other

Brookings Institution: Understanding Ukraine's Presidential Shift

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Ukrainian Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Ukrainian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Ukrainians

For Students 9th - 10th
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:...
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Handout
BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Handout
BBC

Bbc: Profile: Viktor Yushchenko

For Students 9th - 10th
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
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Website
BBC

Bbc: Ukraine: Why the Orange Revolution Ran Out of Steam

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC correspondent Daniel Sandford discusses Ukraine's Orange Revolution and the reasons why it ultimately did not succeed. (March 9, 2011)
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Article
BBC

Bbc Newsround: Presidents Obama and Putin Discuss Ukraine

For Students 1st - 5th
Article reports on recents talks between President Obama and Russia's President Putin regarding the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.
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Activity
Other

Ukraine: Rights Are Not Given, They Are Taken

For Students 9th - 10th
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)
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Ukrainians

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Ukrainians. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Ukrainian Peasants

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of Ukrainian peasants. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
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Handout
Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Ukraine: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Ukraine in Eastern Europe.