Curated OER
Imperialism in China
China has been through many changes over the last two centuries. This slideshow takes a look at the effects imperialism and European contact had on Chinese government. Images, well-organized information, and a complete outline make this...
National First Ladies' Library
Boxer Rebellion
Students research China and the Boxer Rebellion. In groups, they gather information using the internet and other sources. Students participate in a simulation where they become foreign correspondents for a local television station. One...
Curated OER
Imperialism in China
If you are completing a unit on the European impact on China, this short lesson may be useful. It requires an excerpt from Chinese Civilization: A sourcebook, by Ebrey, that gives Liang Qichaos's account of his visit to America....
Curated OER
Imperialism Old and New
If your really want your history class to know everything about old and new imperialism, look no further. This 58-slide presentation depicts, describes, and explains everything from 19th Century expansion and the Congress of Berlin to...
Curated OER
Beyond Chopsticks and Rice
Students explore the stereotypical American images of China. In this English and World History lesson, students read a novel to become familiar with China and its people. Students research various events in China's history and report...
Simon & Schuster
Classroom Activities for The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck
An 11-page packet includes three activities to engage pupils in reading Pearl S. Buck's The Good Earth. To understand the historical context, class members research a list of topics related to Chinese history and culture. They then...
Curated OER
The Tibet Question
Students examine the history or relations between China and Tibet. In this research skills lesson, students investigate the relationship between Tibet and China as they explore provided Internet links. Students write position...
Curated OER
Entering the World Stage
In this American imperialism worksheet, students review a chapter as they define 5 vocabulary terms in their own words, eliminate 4 false statements, and identify 2 themes from this era of growth and challenge in America.
Curated OER
President Herbert Hoover
In this President Herbert Hoover worksheet, learners read a 4 page article on the history of Hoover's life and presidency and then answer 10 true and false questions.
National First Ladies' Library
World Starvation
Students investigate the concept of world starvation and some of the organizations that are founded in order to help solve the problem. They conduct research using a variety of resources. The information is used in order to conduct class...
Curated OER
The "New" European Imperialism
Discuss European Imperialism using this resource. This is an online world history learning exercise. Learners answer 20 questions regarding the new European Imperialism using drop-down menus to select their answers for each question....
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Medals of Honor Earned During the China Relief
A list of U.S. soldiers who won medals during the U.S. intervention in the Boxer Rebellion in China.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: East Asian History Sourcebook: Court Life in China
The in depth story of the Empress Dowager Tsi-hsu who was a great supporter of the Boxers.
US Navy
Naval Historical Cent: China Relief Expedition 1900 1901
This brief page explains the United States Navy and Marines' role in putting down the Boxer Rebellion in China.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Fei Ch'i Hao
Fordham's Modern History Sourcebook offers a Chinese Christian's account of the Boxer Rebellion in China.
OpenStax
Open Stax: American Foreign Policy 1890 1914: Economic Imperialism in East Asia
As America's economic prowess grew, it was able to harness this power to expand its imperialistic arm into China. This mutually beneficial relationship lasted until after World War II when China became a communist country.
Other
Kings College: Tzu Hsi: The Dowager Empress of China
This is an informative piece about Empress Dowager Cixi and her rise to power in China. It contains an excellent bibliography with further research sources.
C3 Teachers
C3 Teachers: Inquiries: Imperialism
A learning module on foreign imperialism in China that includes several supporting questions accompanied by formative tasks and source materials, followed by a summative performance task. Topics covered include the role of the Opium Wars...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Reaching to Asia
Read about American entrance into the spheres of influence in Asia beginning as early as Commadore Perry and his opening of Japan. Find out about American policy in China, Theodore Roosevelt's Nobel Peace Prize, and U.S. relations with...
Other
Encyclopedia of the New American Nation: Open Door Policy
Find an extensive, seven-part discussion of the Open Door Policy, with which the United States attempted to gain a foothold in trade with China. Read about the origin of the policy, and find out whether it was a success.
McGill University
Mc Gill Library: The Western Encounter With China, 1600 1900
An fascinating online exhibit that discusses a series of topics related to how the Europeans interacted with the Chinese. Click on the graphic to start the program. Topics include "Early Accounts" "Trade and Gunboat Diplomacy," and more.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: United States and Asia
This site explains how, as the race for empire gained momentum, the U.S. sought trade relations with China by the late 1800s. Late to the game, the Open Door Policy secured equal trading opportunities for all countries involved. The...
Other
On Line History of the United States: The Age of Imperialism
Online history page containing numerous links to specific incidents of U.S. expansion in the Pacific, Latin America, China, and Cuba.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Louis Kempff
A naval officer who gained a national reputation for his conduct during the Boxer Rebellion in China in 1900, Louis Kempff became Commander-in-Chief of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States.