BBC
Bbc News: Asia
The BBC provides comprehensive and complete coverage of the latest news and events occurring in Asia and the Pacific Islands. Content includes top news, in-depth stories, streaming audio news, and much more.
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Asia Foundation: Information and Communication Technology for Development [Pdf]
A two-page overview of how this organization supports the growth of information and communication technology in Asia, what types of technology it promotes, and why it is such an important issue to the development and modernization of...
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: The Cold War in Asia and the Middle East
Overview outlining the Cold War conflict spread as Communist government's took over in China, Korea and the Middle East.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Map of Southern Asia
This political map shows the countries and capitals of the Middle East and South Asia as well as other countries in Asia.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Forever Friends: Traveling to Asia
Take a virtual trip to several countries in Asia, guided by knowledgeable young people who will help you understand the culture and special allures of each country. Short videos are included. A map and activities relating to the...
The Washington Post
The Washington Post: Asia and Pacific
The Washington Post provides the latest news for and about countries in Asia and the Pacific, as well as several reference resources. PLEASE NOTE THAT A WASHINGTON POST REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO VIEW THESE ARTICLES beyond a small...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: The Making of Modern South Asia
Covering the countries in South Asia, who they are, their histories, and want to deepen the discussion, consider these resources.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: The Making of Modern South Asia
Covering the countries in South Asia, who they are, their histories, and want to deepen the discussion, consider these resources.
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Didactalia: Mapas Interactivos: Capitals of Asia
An interactive map of Asia for practice in recognizing the capitals of the region. The activity is available in multiple languages.
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Didactalia: Mapas Interactivos: Capitals of Asia
In this interactive map of Asia, you are given the name of a capital city and must locate it on the map. Available in multiple languages.
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Asia Society
Interesting organization that was founded to promote relationships and understanding among the people and leaders of Asia and the United States. site will provide various articles on recent developments in Asia such as "Understanding the...
Digital History
Digital History: The Cold War in Developing Countries
In Europe, there was less violence in the half century following World War II then in almost any previous period of modern European history. Yet outside of Europe and North America, violent conflict became commonplace. In the decades...
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: From Many Lands, Asia by Raphael Tuck & Sons
This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book From Many Lands, Asia by Raphael Tuck & Sons(1890), nonfiction information about the countries in Asia.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Ibn Battuta: Travels in Asia and Africa
The primary source document of Ibn Battuta's travels in Asia and Africa from 1325-1354.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: East Asia
The complex and powerful states, dynasties, and civilizations that emerged in East Asia were strongly influenced by the environments in which they prospered. This article discusses the geographic features of China, Korea, and Japan.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: What Is Asia?
"Asia" is a term invented by the Greeks and Romans, and developed by Western geographers to indicate the land mass east of the Ural Mountains and Ural River, together with offshore islands such as Japan and Java. Culturally, no "Asia"...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: International Relations of East Asia
Pre-Cold War through the events of September 11, 2001, delve into the international relationships of the powers that make up East Asia. Utilize these suggestions of readings and possible assignments or discussion starters.
Other
Asia Times: China
Asia Times is an online Asian news source providing the latest news and analysis regarding events and trends in China, as well as links to local press.
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Guide to Thailand: History of Thailand & Southeast Asia
A summary on the history of Southeast Asia. Click on the topics in the left side navigation bar to go to other chapters in the history.
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: Illusive Reform in Jordan [Pdf]
This article explores the state of the democratic reforms in Jordan which appears to be good but there is a danger that pressure from Islamist groups may undermine these reforms. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]
Digital Dialects
Digital Dialects: Geography Games: Countries of Asia
Study a map showing the countries in Asia, and then try to match their names to their locations on a blank map.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Asia Map Game
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students use prior knowledge to uncover locations in Asia using a map detailed in this flipchart.
Columbia University
Columbia University: Asia for Educators: East Asia in Geographic Perspective
This teacher resource is devoted to teaching about the geographic history of East Asia. Includes standards information and links to related lesson plans. Also features a downloadable world map (PDF, requires Adobe Reader).
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