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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

History: I'm Watching You 24/7

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students examine the growth of authoritarian societies. Focusing on North Korea, they watch video clips looking for examples of totalitarianism and identify the problems there. They write letters to the editors of local newspapers...
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Website
BBC

Bbc News: North Korea Secretive State

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of in-depth reports all highlighting updated news on the country of North Korea. Discussions include nuclear testing, economic problems, history, and the people.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Wide Angle: All for One

For Students 9th - 10th
In this short video, students learn about the influence of the communist values of the Worker's Party on North Korean society as it affects one family in the capital of Pyongyang. [3:07]
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Article
Other

China Daily: N. Korea Agrees to Abandon Nuclear Weapons

For Students 9th - 10th
In return for "security and economic commitments," N. Korea has agreed to end its efforts to produce nuclear weapons. Article outlines this historic agreement. 9/2005
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: North Korea

For Students 9th - 10th
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to North Korea. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you...