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Students study airforce aircraft. In this investigative lesson students discuss an article they read and divide into groups and design three different combat or peacekeeping situations.
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P.H.A.T Log
Students complete a P.H.A.T Log which records their nutrition and daily activities. They complete a reflections journal based on the entries.
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Do Suspected Enemies Have Rights?
Students investigate the history of Japanese immigration. They complete an online Webquest, explore various websites, answer discussion questions, and locate and read newspaper articles about enemy compatants.
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The Role of Exiles in Post-Saddam Iraq
Learners study the role of exiles and refugees in Post-Saddam Iraq. Students are then asked the question: What could be some of the obstacles that exiles may encounter when working with the Iraqi civilian population?
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The Role of Japanese Women through Art
Students examine the role of women in Japan through Art and create collages using learned knowledge that depict the role of women in America today in this exciting Art or Social Studies lesson.
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Breaking News English: Deceased John Paul II Seen on TV
In this English worksheet, students read "Deceased John Paul II Seen on TV," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
PBS
Frontline: Who Are the Taliban?
An excellent report that clearly lays out the Taliban, their roots and ideologies. (10 April 2007)
BBC
Bbc: Who Are the Taliban?
Who are the Taliban? A detailed look at the history and political background of this Afghan based Islamic extremist organization. (18 June 2013)
BBC
Bbc: Week of 6 9 14: Taliban Claim Deadly Attack on Karachi Airport
Learn about the latest terrorist attack in Pakistan, for which the Taliban is claiming responsibility. Includes video.
USA Today
Revived Taliban Waging 'Full Blown' Insurgency
June, 2006, article discussing the growth of the Taliban and its increased insurgency in Afghanistan. Find a link to photos of the fighting in Afghanistan.
New York Times
New York T Imes: Search for Taliban
Chronicles the largest operation of US forces against the Taliban since 2001. This effort was to try and finish off the Taliban resistance. Audio and pictures from this attack are included. (7 July 2006)
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Pakistani Taliban Attacks Capital
Have students learn more about the Pakistani Taliban and its effect on Pakistan by watching the video. The questions at the end form a useful summary. (13 October 2009)
BBC
Bbc: Pakistan Faces the Taliban's Tentacles
A May 2007 examination of the Taliban's growing influence on life inside of Pakistan's Northwest Frontier region. Also contains links to related topics. 5/2007
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Taliban
Discover interesting facts and information about the Taliban in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
US Department of State
U.s. Dept. Of State: Afghanistan: International Religious Freedom Report
Essay on the status of religious freedom in Afghanistan as of 2001. The repression practiced by the Taliban is described in detail. A note at the end explains that the most up-to-date information is not available as there has been no...
PBS
Pbs Newshour Extra: Shot for Going to School
Read the inspiring story of Malala Yousafzai, a 14 year old Pakistani girl who stood up to the Taliban's prohibition of education for women and girls.
CNN
Cnn: Nato Launches Major Offensive in Afghanistan
An account of NATO troops accompanied by the Afghan military who launched an offensive attack against the last Taliban stronghold in what has been called 'Operation Moshtarak'. A video clip outlining the attack is included. (February 12,...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Afghanistan
This extensive look at Afghanistan from the Library of Congress covers all aspects of the country through 1997. Read about its history, geography, ethnic make-up, success of the Taliban against the Soviets.
BBC
Bbc: Hamid Karzai: Shrewd Statesman
The leader of Afghanistan's struggling transitional administration, he managed to escape the Taliban's attempts on his life. Karzai is attributed with diplomatic skills and strength to pull a war-torn nation together. (14 June 2002)
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New York Times: The Taliban Threat
Images that show that the Taliban is still well supplied and is still fighting American forces in Afghanistan. American solders are trying to get information from the Afghan people in order to try to stop the Taliban insurgency.
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for Intl Peace: Pakistan & Afghanistan Relations [Pdf]
An examination of the current situation in Afghanistan (late 2006) and how the Taliban are gaining strength. In addition, the author looks at how how this is effecting Pakistan and how only the end of military rule can lead to better...
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Radio Free Europe: Afghanistan: A Chronology of Suicide Attacks Since 2001
A timeline from 2001 onward of the suicide bombing attacks attributed to the Taliban and Al-Qaeda insurgents. (January 17, 2006)
CBS
Cbs News Interactive: Attack on America Retaliation
CBS News offers a detailed overview of the military action the United States took against the Taliban in Afghanistan. Content includes a focus on the weapons of war, the enemy, and the U.S. allies.