Curated OER
Pocumtucks in Deerfield
As part of a study of colonial and Native American history, class members focus on the beliefs and land use of the Pocumtucks, who settled near Deerfield, Massachusetts. Students examine their beliefs about land use and ownership, the...
Curated OER
Debating for Land
Learners discover about the varying attitudes and definitions of land ownership held by Native and European Americans. They study a variety of primary documents from the nineteenth century.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: America's History in the Making: Taming the American West
Comprehensive teaching unit that explores the settling of the American West in the late 1800s and the challenges these settlers faced. Contains video and text materials, web interactives, student oriented activities, and a timeline of...
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Solomon Islands: Government
A very current look at the political scene in Solomon Islands. Find out about the governmental structure, the problems with the government, and a list of the current governmental officials. Information is from the U.S. State Dept....
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Liberia: People
This brief article about the people of Liberia discusses the ethnic groups, languages, religions, and the results of recent political upheaval. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.