Curated OER
Benito Juarez
Read and work to understand the words of Benito Juarez. An excerpt from the primary source document La Reforma is the focus of this learning exercise. Learners will read the excerpt, then answer three critical thinking questions.
Curated OER
Mayan Civilization
While the pictures are great, the content of this presentation is sorely lacking and narrow, details and rationale are totally left out. But, if you are desperate for a quick slide show on Mayan civilization, this one could work.
Curated OER
Latin America: 1500-Present
In this Latin American history study guide worksheet, learners read a brief overview pertaining to the history of Latin America from 1500 to the present and fill in the blanks with the appropriate words. Students also respond to 23 short...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: Modern Latin America, 1808 Present
MIT offers an exhaustive collection of materials covering Latin American culture and politics from 1808 through the present and is accompanied with homework/exam possibilities. Issues covered in lecture notes and readings include Latin...
University of Oregon
Mapping History: Latin American History
Interactive and animated maps and timelines of historical events and time periods in Latin American history from 1898 to 2000.
Other
Lulac: Lulac History All for One and One for All
Explains the history of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), including why and how it was formed, efforts to unify Hispanic Americans, the discrimination faced by Mexican Americans, and the prominent role of women in the...
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Coffee Fazenda of Brazil 1911
The Modern History Sourcebook provides this great look at what life would be like on a coffee plantation during the early 20th century. It describes the houses, life on the plantation, colonists, and harvests.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Latin America
Article on Latin America that provides a great overview of the region. Discussions include history, religion, culture, links to information about each of the countries, and more.
Other
People of Mexico Living Up to the Ideals of the Revolution
This site provides in-depth information about the Mexican Revolution and the people that took part in it.
Other
Aha: Teaching the History of Race in Latin America
A short article which examines the issue of race in Latin American societies and how teachers can approach the issue in their history classes. Good historic background is provided.
Other
Brooklyn Expedition: Latin America
Excellent site about Latin America from the Brooklyn Children's Museum. Explore ancient beliefs and rituals, celebrations, culture, the land, animals, and the history of Latin America.
Other
El Salvador Military Rule
Here you'll find an overview of El Salvador. It discusses early 20th century instability with exports and government leading to rebellions. Good Basic information.
Mex Connect
Mexconnect: Francisco I. Madero
This is a quick look at mexican revolutionary Francisco I. Madero. You'll find info on his background and coups he led against Diaz. You'll also find links to an extended article at the bottom.
Other
El Salvador's Coffee
Here you'll find a history of coffee exportation and plantation life in El Salvador. You can also find a general overview of El Salvador including government, geography, religion, labor, and culture.
Other
Ecuador Explorer: People and Culture
A detailed look at Ecuador's population, religion, language, and indigenous culture.
Other
Venezuela History: Simon Bolivar
Biography of Simon Bolivar, national hero. Several languages available from homepage.