Curated OER
Modern Figure Sculpture
Alberto Giacometti is a renowned sculpture, made popular by his "tall, gaunt" figures. His sculptures have been interpreted in many ways: representing isolation, Holocaust victims, or of one standing against adversity. Giacometti says...
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Swiss World
This site from the Swiss government contains extensive geographical, cultural, historical, economic, social and political information about this mountainous, multilingual country. It contains extensive links to authoritative outside...
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Spl Swiss Propulsion Laboratory
The Swiss Propulsion Laboratory is a non-profit organization whose primary goal is the development of means of lifting civilian payloads into low-earth orbit at reasonable prices.
Repeat After Us
Repeat After Us: Our Lives Are Swiss
A poem from Emily Dickinson, "Our Lives Are Swiss--", is provided on this site. Students may listen to this poem read aloud by Mark Eckardt and can access a printable version of this piece.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Switzerland
Offers a virtual destination guide and profile of the alpine nation of Switzerland, background overview, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Switzerland
Provides an overview of the culture of Switzerland. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Recipe Source: Swiss Recipes
This site provides a list of 20 different Swiss recipes for main dishes as well as desserts and sweets. The recipes can be viewed in HTML form online as well as in text form for printing and saving.
Information Technology Associates
Countries of the World: Switzerland
This site provides you with an overview of the economy, geography, government, leaders, communications, and more.