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Curated OER

The Three Gorges: Should Nature or Technology Reign?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars examine the construction of the Three Gorges Dam in China. In this Three Gorges Dam activity, students research Internet sources pertaining to the dam. Young scholars discuss the geography and culture of East China as...
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Royal Geographical Society

Royal Geographical Society: China: Snapshots in Time

For Students 7th - 9th
Discover China's fascinating history through this collection of photographs and factsheets, including scenes from the Yangtze River, Chinese families, and trackers.
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China State Council Information Office and the China International Publishing Group

Three Gorges Civilization in the Neolithic Age

For Students 9th - 10th
Notes on the Three Gorges civilization during the Neolithic Age in China provide insight into the Shaopengzui Culture and the Daxi Culture.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Ed Online: The Three Gorges: Should Nature or Technology Reign?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is a site that will combine science and current events. Learners will learn about the Three Gorges hydroelectric project on China's Yangtze River then develop arguments on the benefits or disadvantages of the Three Gorges project....
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Other

Chinese Portayers: The Yangtze

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting viewpoint of the Yangtze! This site presents the River as a point of art through centuries of Chinese culture.
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CNN

Cnn: China's Three Gorges Dam

For Students 9th - 10th
Article describes the raging controversy over the gigantic dam on the "Fabled Yangzi River." Decide for yourself; will this help China enough to warrant the environmental destruction?
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Other

Regent China Tours: Yangtze River in a Glance

For Students 9th - 10th
This travel site gives brief information and pictures about the Yangtze River, its surrounding areas, and things to do if you visit.