PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Farming the Desert: The Science Behind Desertification
This lesson introduces students to the factors that contribute to desertification and solutions that have been implemented in the Sahel region of West Africa. A 21-page teaching guide is also provided. [4:39]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Farming the Desert: Geography of the Sahel
This lesson is provided to introduce students to the geography and people of the Sahel region and to have them discover the challenges and conflicts faced by the inhabitants. They learn about desertification and what farmers are doing to...
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Wilson Middle School: The Impact of Tradition and Cultural Diffusion
Throughout history, people, products, and ideas have moved from one place to another. Read about which factors caused these movements within the Eastern Hemisphere. Study cards are included to help review the concepts covered.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Burkina Faso: Introduction
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Burkina Faso in Western Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Chad: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Chad in Central Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Niger: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, politics, and demographics for the country of Niger in Western Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Mauritania: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the island nation of Mauritania in North Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Mali: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Mali in Western Africa.