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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: What Is South Asia?

For Students 9th - 10th
What are often thought of as "Indian" art and culture spread not only throughout the modern nation of India but also through Pakistan and Bangladesh. This huge area was never politically unified except under British colonial rule...
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The British Museum

British Museum: Explore World Cultures: Ancient and Early Medieval South Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the art of ancient and aarly medieval South Asia in this historical overview and image gallery of Asian art with detailed descriptions, from the collection of the British Museum.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: South Korea

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents a travel guide and country profile for South Korea including a background overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, tourism,...
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New York Times

New York Times: South Korea News

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This site provides a concise overview of the history of South Korea in addition to links to news articles concerning the country that date back to 1980.
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Other

Asia Society: Policy

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive storehouse of all types of information on Asia, both current and past: maps and statistics, Asian food, travel guides, photographs, articles, timelines, and more. Asia Source is the work of the Asia Society, a national...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Jews of the Middle East

For Students 9th - 10th
Prior to 1948, Jewish communties were found discontinuously in an area stretching from southwest Asia across North Africa, from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan in the north to Yemen in the south, and from Afghanistan in the east to Morocco in...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: South and Southeast Asians of Canada

For Students 9th - 10th
A page giving the history of the immigrants of Asia to Canada. Learn about their culture, economy, society, and religion on this site.
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Other

How Does Art Tell Stories?

For Students 3rd - 8th
This lesson plan--for social studies or an art class studying the culture of India--features great clip art examples, resources for teachers, and a glossary of vocabulary words.
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Cosmo Learning

Cosmo Learning: World Civilization to 1500

For Students 9th - 10th
Consisting of twent-eight vido lectures taught by Professor Sally Vaughn, this course is a comparative survey of six major geographical and cultural areas (West Asia, South Asia, East Asia, Africa, Europe, and Meso-America) from 4000...
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Buddha Dharma Education Association

Buddha Net: The Buddhist World: Buddhism in South Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides a history of the practice of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. Among the topics discussed are the the first through fourth Councils, the Emperors and scholars who had a profound impact on the practice of Buddhism, and the...
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Maldives

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a travel guide and country profile of Maldives in Southern Asia including a broad overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Arabs

For Students 9th - 10th
The Arab world is usually considered to be comprised of the following nineteen countries: Mauritania, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Chad, Lebanon, Egypt, Sudan, Jordan, Syria, Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Saudi...
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Other

Migration Heritage Centre: Packing to Leave: Saris, Suits and Spices (Migration

For Students 9th - 10th
Migrants to Australia from South Asia share their personal stories as part of the "Packing to Leave" exhibit.
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The Korea Times

For Students 9th - 10th
The Korea Times is an English daily newspaper serving the country of South Korea. Content includes the day's top stories, national news, business and finance, technology, culture, sports, opinion, and more.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: South Korea: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of South Korea in Eastern Asia.
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Other

Asia/canada: Meeting of Cultures

For Students 9th - 10th
Asians immigrants have had to battle hardship and prejudice to make new lives for themselves in Canada. That path is described here as well as the defining moments that politicized Chinese Canadians and acted as catalysts towards...
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National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: Nepal

For Students 3rd - 8th
Nepal lies between China and India in South Asia. The country is slightly larger than the state of Arkansas. Nepal has the greatest altitude change of any location on Earth. The lowlands are at sea level and the mountains of the...
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Sri Lanka

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an interesting reference source and travel guide to the Asian country of Sri Lanka that includes a broad background overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy,...
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University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Forever Friends: Traveling to Asia

For Students 3rd - 8th
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...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Funeral Banner of Lady Dai (Xin Zhui)

For Students 9th - 10th
The elite men and women of the Han dynasty enjoyed an opulent lifestyle that could stretch into the afterlife. Today, the well-furnished tombs of the elite give us a glimpse of the luxurious goods they treasured and enjoyed. Take a look...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Liu Chunhua, Chairman Mao en Route to Anyuan

For Students 9th - 10th
As a prominent icon in the Cultural Revolution, "Chairman Mao en Route to Anyuan" celebrated the grassroots nature of revolutionary history and cultivated devotion to Mao during a tumultuous time. This painting is a brilliant example of...
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Other

Asia Education Foundation: For Students

For Students 3rd - 8th
This website from Curriculum Corporation provides a link to a virtual tour of Korea. Also, learn some Korean words and numbers, among other activities.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: South Sudan: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of South Sudan in Southeastern Asia.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Singapore

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News provides a general overview of the prosperous south-east Asian country of Singapore. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.