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Lesson Plan
Pulitzer Center

The Crisis in the Ivory Coast

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Through reading a variety of news articles and other informational texts, learners discover the political turmoil and intense ethnic and religious tensions that envelop the Ivory Coast today. Class members research the historical...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Goli Mask Baule, Ivory Coast

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students create Goli masks. In this visual arts instructional activity, students design and create Goli and Kifwebe-style masks that feature symmetry in the style of those found on the Ivory Coast.
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eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Ivory Coast

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Ivory Coast from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990s.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Ivory Coast: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the potential for a resurgence of a strong economy in Ivory Coast once political problems are resolved. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Ivory Coast: History

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Ivory Coast's recent history, the military coups, violence, and the encouraging agreement that has ushered in a transitional government. You can also find out about its history as a French colony. Information is from the U.S....
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Article
New York Times

New York Times: Ivory Coast News

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This site provides a concise overview of current events throughout Africa, including Ivory Coast.
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Handout
World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Cote D'ivoire

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about health in Cote d'Ivoire via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information. The 'News and features' tab includes...
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Article
The Guardian

Guardian: Ivory Coast Risks Return to Civil War

For Students 9th - 10th
Guardian correspondent David Smith discusses the possibility of a second civil war on the Ivory Coast as tensions escalate between Laurent Gbagbo and Alassane Ouattara. (December 22, 2010)
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Article
The Guardian

Guardian: Dozens Die as Laurent Gbagbo's Militia Fight On

For Students 9th - 10th
Guardian correspondent David Smith discusses the quality of life on the Ivory Coast as deposed President Laurent Gbagbo's military forces continue to fight those of his rival Alassane Ouattara. Links to related articles are featured....
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Website
BBC

Bbc: Laurent Gbagbo Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
This profile provides biographical information about Laurent Gbagbo, focusing specifically on his political career and his marriage. A timeline of Gbagbo's life and links to related articles are featured.
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Handout
Geographic

Cote D'ivoire Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
This site does not provide a detailed and comprehensive geography of Cote d'Ivoire, but it gives the basics. Figures and statistics are provided.
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Handout
Other

La Litterature Ivoirienne

For Students 9th - 10th
Personal site specializing in the literature of Ivory Coast. Good list and description of women authors from that West African country.
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Handout
Other

Aflit: Reading Women Writers and African Literature: Ivory Coast

For Students 9th - 10th
Personal site specializing in the literature of Ivory Coast. Good list and description of women authors from that West African country.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Cote D'ivoire

For Students 9th - 10th
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to the Republic of Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast). Find information on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Mossi

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Mossi people of Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Ivoirians

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Ivoirians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Cote D'ivoire

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Cote d'Ivoire. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics,...
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Handout
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Cote D'ivoire

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Cote d'Ivoire, also known as the Ivory Coast. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military,...
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Website
CNN

Cnn: Ivory Coast Coup Attempt Thwarted (2001)

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines the coup that occurred on the Ivory Coast in 2001 and discusses its implications. (January 8, 2001)
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Handout
Other

West Chester University: The French in West Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
The author examines the various areas in West Africa that were colonized by the French during the 19th century. He also examines French reasons for their imperialistic activities.
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Article
CBS

Cbs: Ivory Coast Descends Into 'Civil War'

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the tensions between Laurent Gbagbo and Alassane Ouattara and the implications of these tensions for the Ivory Coast. (January 1, 2011)
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Dyula

For Students 9th - 10th
"Dyula" is a Manding word typically referring to "traders" as a socio-professional category, particularly to Muslim long-distance traders who speak one or another dialect of Manding. The name is used as an ethnic label by...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Akan

For Students 9th - 10th
The Akan comprise a cluster of peoples living in southern and central Ghana and in southeastern Ivory Coast. They form a series of distinct kingdoms and share a common language, known as Twi, which has many dialects. Twi is a tonal...
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Cote D'ivoire: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for Cote d'Ivoire in West Africa.