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International Currency Exchange
Students examine coins from around the world and write down their observations. As a class, they discuss the types of symbols used on the coins from different countries and locate the country on a map. To end the lesson, they calculate...
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We Live in an International Community
Learners locate the different countries from which their clothing originates. Using a blank map, they identify and color in those areas.
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Settling Down in a New Country
In this immigration worksheet, 3rd graders discuss factors of moving to a new place. Students read quotes, view pictures with descriptions and pretend to interview a migrant.
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Schools Around the World
Students discover how schools around the world are the same and different. In this international school lesson, students learn about different types of schools from all around the world and the items and activities within these schools....
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Haiti – International Rescue
Ninth graders examine the problems that exist in Haiti after the earthquake. In this disaster recovery instructional activity, 9th graders read an article and answer guided questions. Students create a presentation about the...
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LET'S TRADE
The students will become familiar with the methods used to trade agricultural products between countries.1. Allow students to research the trade embargoes the United States has imposed on other countries.
2. Use encyclopedias and...
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Journalism: Dude! Where's My News?
Twelfth graders examine news reporting and how its coverage differs depending on the country. They watch a Powerpoint presentation explaining both news and entertainment. Using the Internet and worksheets, 12th graders investigate the...
INTERNET Red 2000
All About Spain: Travel and Tourism
An extensive index of information about Spain and Spanish culture. It contains photo tours, city guides, a traveler's yellow pages, and a country and culture section filled with useful information.
NASA
International Space Station: Overview
This is NASA's press release on the International Space Station
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Ethic Net: Codes by Country
Ethic Net is a databank for European codes of journalism ethics translated into English. The project offers basic information on media ethics.
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Iagora: Strategies for International Jobs
This site from iagora gives sound advice when looking for an international job. The site tells what to expect and what is needed in order to make it internationally.
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Center for Democracy and Technology
A public interest organization working for public policies that advance civil liberties and democratic values in information technologies. Contains links to information on free speech, data privacy, wiretapping, and cryptography.
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Aao: The Anglo Australian Observatory Homepage
The Anglo-Australian Observatory located in the center of Australia is a joint venture between the Australian and British governments. Page gives basic information about the observatory and its telescopes. Check out the site map first...
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South African Astronomical Observatory
The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is the national facility for astronomy in South Africa. Homepage contains information on the telescopes it operates, including the South African Large Telescope project. Contains links...
Cato Institute
Cato Institute: Global Competition Meets the New Deal
This article gives you information on what laws are, and facts about the global economy. Specifically, it discusses whether or not quality circles are illegal, and how global competition relates to the New Deal. (Date of Article: Feb....
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The Official Site of Minor League Baseball
Official site for Minor League Baseball. Anything you ever wanted to know about the Minor League is right here.
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Eurpoean Southern Observatory: La Silla Observatory Homepage
Site informs readers about the LaSilla Observatory which is run by the European Southern Observatory (ESO). The telescope is located on a mountain in the deserts of Chile. Check out the "About LaSilla" link and the links to the...
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European Southern Observatory: La Silla Paranal Observatory
Paranal Observatory is an astronomical observatory operated by the European Southern Observatory (ESO). It is located in high on a mountain in the Chilean desert. Although the site is geared toward the professional astronomer, you can...
Employment Spot
Employment Spot: Internships
Explore Internship opportunities using the Employment Spot career resources.
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The Royal Observatory at Greenwich: Homepage
This site from The Royal Observatory at Greenwich is a very historically important astronomical observatory. The site has a combination of information about astronomy, longitude and time. Information written in highly accessible...
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South African Large Telescope Project
South African Large Telescope (SALT) homepage describes a multi-national project sponsored by the South African Astronomical Observatory to build a large telescope in South Africa. Visually appealing and written for the lay person.
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Courrier International
Courrier International is a weekly magazine devoted to presenting the news from diverse perspectives. This site offers brief news from around the world, plus a theme from an international perspective.
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Sud Quotidien: Homepage
The Sud Quotidien is a major Senegalese newspaper, with brief articles dealing with news from Southern Senegal and Mauritania. Written in French.