Curated OER
Labor Rights
Young scholars examine international labor laws. In this labor rights lesson, students analyze labor laws around the world. Young scholars also read 2 case studies and determine how they do or do not fall into line with International...
Curated OER
Acadie -- Alive and Well!
Students examine the culture of Acadian through the paintings of Robert Harris. Using the internet, they read examples of Acadian history through primary source documents. As a class, they continue to share stories orally by pretending...
Curated OER
The Sidney Poitier High School
Learners research the life of Sidney Poitier and plan an hour-long dedication ceremony for a school that has just been renamed after him.
Curated OER
Introduction to the UN
Pupils read the story UN wins Nobel Peace Prize, this is a way to introduce the United Nations and find out what Students already know. Pupils draft a formal letter to Kofi Annan the UN Secretary-General which include personal opinions...
Curated OER
The Renaissance
In this Renaissance worksheet, students read a 2 page article covering The Renaissance period, answer 5 facts with multiple choice answers and answer 5 statements true or false.
Curated OER
Queen Elizabeth II Addresses United Nations
Learners examine an article that discusses Queen Elizabeth's address to the United Nations General Assembly. In this lesson, students complete several assignments that are centered around the topic of the article, including vocabulary,...
United Nations
United Nations: Human Rights
This is the United Nations site devoted to the topic of human rights. The visitor will find links to various declarations, treaties, and news releases.
Other
American Red Cross: Exploring Humanitarian Law: Guide for Teachers
Humanitarian Law in an international law serving to protect human life and dignity for all in times of conflict. This guide provides articles, cases, videos, interactive projects and much more to deepen student's understanding of the law...
University of Michigan
Santa Fe Institute: Complete Oration on the Dignity of Man
The full online text of Mirandola's "Complete Oration on the Dignity of Man".