Curated OER
Qaddafi Is Dead in Libya
The New York Times posted an article titled, "Qaddafi Is Dead in Libya" back in 2011. Your class gets a chance to read that article to better understand current events and increase their reading comprehension. After reading the article,...
Curated OER
Fascinating Figures: The Middle East from the 20th Century to Present
Learners examine the leaders of the Middle East. In this Middle East lesson, students read biographies regarding featured twentieth century leaders of Egypt, Israel, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Libya, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey, and Yemen. Learners...
Curated OER
Liberty for Libya?
Students create a country profile on Libya in order to consider the viability of a transition to a democratic government.
Curated OER
6 Themes of the Middle East
Providing a quick overview of the Middle East, this presentation could be used to kick off a unit on this topic. However, a teacher should read the information before presenting to the class. There is at least one fact that is biased and...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Libya
A thorough look at Libya from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990s.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Libya
Learn about religion in Libya, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Africa: Explore the Regions: Sahara
Informative site containing facts and insights about the African region of the Sahara. Explore the countries, people, and economy of this fascinating region, the largest desert in the world. Country closeups detail interesting and...
PBS
Pbs Newshour Extra: Reports of Violence in Libyan Protests
Video and summary by PBS on the violent uprising of February, 2011. The video discusses the fact that Moammar Gadhafi has engaged the military to handle the protests. February, 2011
PBS
Pbs Frontline:target America
Explores "America's first war on terrorism" that took place in the Reagan administration in the 1980s. Includes a timeline of terrorist attacks on Americans from 1979 to 1988, interviews with experts, and an overview of Islamic terrorism...
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Libya: Government
An interesting look at the governmental system in Libya. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes. Read about Moamar Qadhafi's concept of government and how it is being carried out.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Libya: History
Read about the history of Libya from its beginnings as a Phoenician outpost through its control by many governments, its eventual independence, and current government. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch: Libya
This site examines what has been done to protect the rights of Libya's citizens following the country's revolution in 2011. Links to related articles, reports, and news releases are provided.
New York Times
New York Times: Libya Protests and Revolts 2011
[Free Registration/Login Required] This site provides a detailed overview of Libya's history, focusing specifically on the country's most recent protests and revolts. A timeline of the rebellion, photo reports, and videos are featured....
Middle East Policy Council
Mepc: Teach Mideast: Libya
In an effort to educate on the Middle East and Islam, MEPC offers this thorough resource featuring Libya.
CBS
Cbs News: u.s. Renews Ties With Libya
U.S. ties with Libya have been restored after nearly a quarter of a century. Discussed are the process and the importance of Libya's renunciation of terrorism to this new relationship. (15 May 2006). The site also offers today's live...
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Libya
Learn about core health indicators in Libya in this World Health Organization country profile, which includes demographic and current health information. The 'News and features' tab includes articles with photographs.
Council of Foreign Relations
Cfr: Libyan Ambassador Hails u.s. Relations but Hits 'Wrong' Mideast Policies
In 2006, Libya restored full diplomatic ties with the United States for the first time since 1981. In this interview, Ali Aujali, Libya's ambassador to the United States, applauds the new U.S.-Libya relations and comments of on the U.S....
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Libya
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Libya. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
US Department of State
U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With Libya
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and Libya. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
The Guardian
Guardian: Younis Assassination Magnifies Division
Guardian correspondent Ian Black discusses the escalating unrest in Libya following the assassination of Abdel Fatah Younis. (July 31, 2011)
The Guardian
Guardian: Libya News
This site provides links to the most recent news articles published concerning Libya in addition to other links, videos, and interactive media.
Choices Program, Brown University
Choices: Teaching With the News: The Arab Spring: One Year On
In this lesson, students explore the concept of revolution while learning about various Arab Spring protest movements in the Middle East and North Africa. They will assess the accomplishments of the movements and discuss whether they...
BBC
Bbc: Libya Profile
This profile provides a concise overview of Libya's history, culture, and economy. In addition to information about the country's leaders and media. Links to related articles are also featured.
US Department of State
U.s. Department of State: Libya Consular Information Sheet
Because the U.S. does not maintain an embassy in Libya, this information sheet is the best available information on the status of relations between Libya and the United States.