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360 Cities: Syria

For Students 9th - 10th
View the country of Syria from the comfort of your desk chair by clicking on various scenes to view them through the wonder of the 360 degree panoramic ability.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Cultural Heritage at Risk: Syria

For Students 9th - 10th
Syria, home to some of the oldest and culturally rich cities and archaeological sites in the world, is currently experiencing significant devastation due to shelling, a breakdown of order, looting,and iconoclasm. The current situation in...
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Syria: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
This article based on U.S. State Dept. Background Notes discusses not only the governmental structure, but also the political situation in Syria.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Syria: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Syria in the Middle East.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Week of June 18th 2016: u.s., Russia Working to Coordinate Bombing in Syria

For Students 9th - 10th
The U.S. and Russia are working on a controversial plan for greater military cooperation in Syria, where both powers are bombing the Islamic State but have starkly different views of the country's future.The Washington Post on Thursday...
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Map: Syria: Economic Activity

For Students 9th - 10th
This map of Syria's economic activity from 1993 is from the Perry Castaneda Collection. See where Syria's oil and gas deposits are.
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Choices Program, Brown University

Choices: Teaching With the News: The Conflict in Syria

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent resource for students learning about the conflict in Syria and trying to understand the international response to the problem. Students work in small groups and independently to research and formulate answers to the given...
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US Department of State

U.s. Department of State: Syria: History

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has lots of information on both the history of Syria as well as its relationship with the U.S. prior to the recent civil war there. (April 1999)
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Syria

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Syria. 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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DOGO Media

Dogo News: Rami Adham Brings Joy to Syria's Children One Toy at a Time

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a heartwarming story of a man who is from Aleppo, but now lives in Finland, delivers happiness to the young refugees of Syria.
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New York Times

New York Times: Uprising and Civil War

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This site provides a concise current overview of the protests occurring in Syria as well as a comprehensive timeline of the events. Links to articles concerning the protests and other news concerning...
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The Guardian

Guardian: Syrians Plan 'No Kneeling' Day of Demonstrations

For Students 9th - 10th
Guardian correspondent Ian Black discusses the mass demonstrations occurring in Syria against the Syrian government and its deadly raids. (August 12, 2011)
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CNN

Cnn: Kerry Announces Us Russia Deal on Syrian Ceasefire

For Students 9th - 10th
The Secretary of State, John Kerry, publicizes a plan of a ceasefire between the United States and Russia when it comes to Syria. [3:14]
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Syria

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Syria, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Syria

For Students 1st - 9th
The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Syria are discussed on this site.
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BBC

Bbc Newsround: Polio Disease Outbreak in Syria

For Students 1st - 5th
Article reports on the confirmation from the World Health Organization of a polio outbreak in Syria.
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BBC

Bbc Newsround: Syria Can No Longer Make Chemical Weapons

For Students 1st - 5th
Article reports that inspectors from the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons say that Syria no longer has the ability to make chemical weapons.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Syria

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC gives a factual overview of the Middle Eastern country of Syria. Features an audio of the national anthem, a timeline of key events, and links to other related sites.
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Choices Program, Brown University

Choices: Teaching With the News: Debating the u.s. Response to Syria

For Students 9th - 10th
Learning module with multi-media lesson and resources in which students work in small groups to analyze the issues that frame the debate around U.S. policy.
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World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Syrian Arab Republic

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about core health indicators in Syria in this World Health Organization country profile which includes demographic and current health information. Includes PDFs (require Adobe Reader).
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BBC

Bbc: Week of 9 1 14: Steven Sotloff's Mother in Plea to Is: Free My Son

For Students 9th - 10th
The terrorist group ISIS (Islamic State in Iraq and Syria) has been holding American journalis Steven Sotloff hostage since hist disappearance last year in Syria. Learn about his mother's pleas for his release.
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Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Carnegie Endowment for Intl Peace: Reform in Syria [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A good article discussing the attempts to introduce democratic reforms into the Syrian government and society. (July, 2006)
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The Guardian

Guardian: Troops Renew Attacks on Pro Democracy Demonstrators

For Students 9th - 10th
Guardian correspondents Ian Black and Nour Ali discuss the protests occurring in Syria and the Syrian government's reaction to them. (August 9, 2011)
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BBC

Bbc News: Profile: Bashar Al Assad

For Students 9th - 10th
A recent biography of the president of Syria. He came to power in 2000 with the death of his father. (10 March 205)

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