Curated OER
Science NetLinks: Collapse 2: Interpreting the Evidence
Students continue to explore the factors that contribute to the collapse of a society; they also explore how archaeological evidence is gathered and interpreted. Students explore about the social changes that caused the collapse of...
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Africa: Explore the Regions Rainforest
Explore African rainforests at this richly illustrated and informative site from PBS. Learn about the people, economy, and countries of these densely forested zones.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Animals: Hippopotamus
Multi-media National Geographic site includes video and audio clips about hippopotamuses. Fun facts are great for students doing research projects and you can send a postcard to a friend.
Lizard Point Quizzes
Lizard Point: Western Africa: Countries Quiz
Test your geography knowledge by taking this interactive quiz over the countries of Western Africa.
AllRefer
All Refer Reference: Niger: Introduction & Country Profile
Good resource for studying about the African country of Niger. Learn meaningful facts about its geography, culture, economy, government, and more. You can view a map and a flag, too.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Benin
Provides an overview of Benin, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Liberia
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Liberia. Find information on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you with...
Other
World Socialist Web Site: A Journey Through Africa's Civilizations
From the World Socialist Web Site, this is a review of Harvard professor Henry Gates' book, "Wonders of the African World." It includes interesting details of Gates' attempts to piece together a view of precolonial African history. (4...
University of California
Passport to Paradise: The Rise of Islam
A short paragraph on the exhibition "Passport to Paradise" that recounts "The Rise of Islam" in Africa. Click the "continue" link at the end of the paragraph to read on.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Cameroon: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Cameroon in Western Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Guinea: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Guinea in Western Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Ghana: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Ghana in Western Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Gabon: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Gabon in Western Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Liberia: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, politics, and demographics for the Western African country of Liberia.
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: Mali: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Mali in Western Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Nigeria: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, politics, and demographics for the country of Nigeria in West Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Sierra Leone: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Sierra Leone in Western Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Togo: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Togo in Western Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Senegal: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Senegal in Western Africa.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Africa the Search for Gold and Slaves
Historical background of the reasons for European exploration of Africa. Tutorial Links to further European trade and exploration.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Sao Tome and Principe
Kids learn about the geography and history of Sao Tome and Principe. The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population are all on this site.