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Examining Gandhi’s Critique of Modern Civilization: The Lessons of Modern Japan
High schoolers examine the political philosophies of Mohandas Gandhi. In this Mohandas Gandhi lesson, students investigate Gandhi's thoughts about modern civilization as they listen to a lecture presented by their instructor.
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Istanbul
Students explore the growing trade and tourist relationship between Greece and Turkey. They then research key event in Greco-Turkish history from each sides perspective to create political cartoons and a time line for classroom display.
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I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
Use the contemporary story of the youngest-ever nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize to teach the power of autobiographies.
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Ancient River Valley Civilizations
Ziggurats, cuneiform writing, the Tower of Babel, hieroglyphics, pyramids, the Great Wall. Launch a unit on ancient cultures, with a presentation that introduces viewers to ancient Mesopotamia, Babylonia, Sumer, Egypt, Indus, and China....
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Put the Mountains on the Map
Students discuss what they know about the regions where snow leopards live. They observe the worksheets to see if they can identify any of the mountain ranges and then use atlases to check and complete the country identification worksheet.
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The Rise of Islamist Terrorist Groups
Pupils analyze the rise of Islamist terrorism. In this terrorism lesson plan, students listen to their instructor present a lecture regarding the growth of Al Quaeda and other terror groups. Pupils respond to discussion questions...
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In Search of Al Qaeda
Students locate the Middle Eastern countries and capitals visited by Frontline reporters. They read online dispatches by the journalists, and complete a student assignment sheet.
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Seventh Grade Social Studies Quiz
For this Georgia social studies assessment activity, 7th graders respond to fifteen multiple choice questions based on seventh grade social studies skills.
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Contemporary Immigration
Eleventh graders analyze the patterns and waves of immigrants that have come to the United States from 1850 to 2000. They participate in a class discussion about immigration, and in small groups conduct research analyzing and evaluating...
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Declaration of Power
Students examine the Korean nuclear escalation. In this current events lesson, students explore the nuclear arms race in Korea and the science that explains nuclear weapons.
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University of Texas: Pakistan: Political Map
A political map of Pakistan from the Perry-Castaneda Collection showing the major cities, province boundaries, rail lines, highways, and rivers.
Mountain Voices
Mountain Voices Pakistan: Shimshal
Information about Pakistan and the Shimshal. Learn about Pakistan's economy, political system and resources. Hear from the local people about their life.
Mountain Voices
Mountain Voices Pakistan: Shimshal
Information about Pakistan and the Shimshal. Learn about Pakistan's economy, political system and resources. Hear from the local people about their life.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Politics of Pakistan
Excellent PBS site that reports on current events in Pakistan. Be sure to use the menu on the right hand side which includes a timeline of Pakistan divided into these major themes: Independence, Nuclear Ambitions, Fighting Terrorism, and...
Library of Congress
Loc: Law Library of Congress: Pakistan
This resource offers a great deal of information and resources pertaining to the law of Pakistan.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Pakistan
The Library of Congress provides a very lengthy and very detailed overview of the country of Pakistan. Content includes a country profile, as well as long look at Pakistan's history, society and environment, economy, government and...
PBS
Now With Bill Moyers: u.s. And Pakistan Relations Timeline
An overview of the up and down relationship between the United States and Pakistan over the past 50 years. A chronological timeline chart presents an easy to follow outline of events and situations.
Other
Story of Pakistan
Award-winning interactive encyclopedia on the history of Pakistan -- now one of the largest sources of information on the subject. Find a time period, browse the timeline, select from a list of historical figures, or search for your...
Library of Congress
Loc: Country Study: Pakistan
Extensive resource from the Library of Congress profiling all aspects of the country of Pakistan including geography, society, economy, politics, and a chronology of national events.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Pakistan
Provides an overview of the culture of Pakistan. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Pakistan: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Pakistan in South Asia.
BBC
Bbc News: Pakistan's Army and Its History of Politics
This site from BBC News contains a medium sized article in Pakistan's History in Military. About half-way down the article is a somewhat comprehensive exploration of Pakistan's military coup, led by Mohammad Ayub Khan in 1958.
Other
Military Domination of Pakistan 1977
An explanation of General Zia Ul-Haq's military and political rise, his cancelling of elections, and Pakistan's eventual return to democracy in 1988.