Curated OER
Strangers in a Strange Land
Students participate in a round-table discussion about the ethnic Albanian refugee crisis occurring in Kosovo as a result of Serbian persecution. They examine another 20th century refugee crisis and compare its causes.
Curated OER
The Former Yugoslavia
Students examine the conflict between the Serbs and Albanians in Kosovo. They define ethnic cleansing, read and discuss handouts, apply the three elements of ethnic conflict to the Kosovo Crisis of 1998-99, conduct research, and write a...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Albania
This look at Albania from the Library of Congress covers its history through the 1990's, its geography, government, social structure, economy, and national security.
BBC
Bbc: The Killing of Kosovo
he A guide to the acts of genocide which occurred in region of Kosovo during the late 1990s while NATO bombing was occurring. Provides a clickable map of Kosovo with documentation on the various acts of genocide.
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Albania
An online resource if you need information on Albania. Many links to history, economics, and government.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Albania
Learn about; religious demographics, religious freedom, socio-economic indicators, general facts, and history, in this country overview of Albania from the Association of Religious Data Archives at Pennsylvania State University.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Albania: Government
A concise look at the governmental structure of Albania including its legislature, executive branch,and judicial structure. You can also find a chart showing the current governmental officials and political parties. Information is from...
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Albania
Learn about health in Albania via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Albania
This resource is the CIA's informational page on Albania. It presents information on the background, geography, economy, government, and other aspects of the country.
PBS
Frontline: A Kosovo Chronology: Pre 1998
Find a chronology of the Serbian conflict with Kosovo from 1987 when Serbian leader, Slobodan Milosevic, stirred up the Serbians in Kosovo until 1999 when the NATO Kosovo Force certified the disarming of the Kosovo Liberation Army.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Albania: Political Map
A political map of Albania showing its major cities and highways, district boundaries, and neighboring countries. Clicking on the map will enlarge it. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Albania: Relief Map
A relief map of Albania clearly showing its mountainous terrain and its rivers. Clicking on the map will enlarge it. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
Digital Dialects
Digital Dialects: Learn Albanian
An elementary introduction to the language of Albania. Study a variety of vocabulary and phrases then play games to challenge understanding.
BBC
Bbc News: Milosevic Indictment: Text
A detailed summary of the indictment and charges against President Slobodan Milosevic related to his conducting a war against Kosovo and other ethnic area sin Serbia in the 1990s. The indictment was released in October 2001. (2004).
BBC
Bbc News: Timeline: After Milosevic
A timeline which documents the key events in Kosovo-Serbia after the fall and arrest of Slobodan Milosevic in April 2001. Includes his death in March, 2006.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Albania
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Albania, 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.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Albania: History
Read about the history of Albany from its incorporation into the Byzantine Empire until its recent electoral history. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Albania: People
A good look at the ethnic groups in Albania, their religions, and language. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Albania
Excellent reference source for finding information on the Southwestern European nation of Albania. Content includes a travel guide, background overview, a country profile, and numerous links to key information on the nation's culture,...
US Department of State
U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With Albania
Information about the relationship between the United States and the Republic of Albania.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Albania
BBC News offers a broad overview of the European country of Albania. Focus is on history, current information, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events, internet resources, and recent news articles.
BBC
Bbc: News: Regions and Territories: Kosovo
Provides an interesting overview of the newly independent territory of Kosovo including discussions of its history, current information, political leaders, and news media. Also features a timeline of key events, recent news stories, and...
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Albania: Economy
A thorough accounting of Albania's economy with emphasis on its attempts to strengthen it over the past ten years. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Albania: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, politics, and demographics for the country of Albania located in Southeastern Europe.