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Does Conflict Shape Nations? The Middle East
Middle schoolers locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. They explain the processes that have caused cities to grow.
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This Land Is… Whose Land?
Students examine the territorial issues and perspectives surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They create an outline and point-counterpoint essay illustrating the perspectives surround the Israeli land dispute with the...
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A Leader's Lifetime and Legacy
In this activity, young scholars consider their prior knowledge about Palestinian leader Yasir Arafat and consider the immediate events surrounding his death. They then create timelines and write papers examining his political career.
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Project-Based Learning: Israel
Students explore the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In this Middle Eastern history lesson plan, students participate in 4 weekly activities that require them to research the conflict and presents their findings to their classmates.
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The U.S. Recognition of the State of Israel
Students research the political aspects of the U.S. position in the Middle East, considering, for example, Truman's position in view of the 1948 presidential election. They examine a telegram sent by the Secretary of State, George C....
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Voices of Hope and Seeds of Peace
Students read reflective essays to gain an understanding of the experiences of young people growing up in an area at war. Students locate groups who bring together opposing sides in a conflict for purposes of reconciliation.
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WWJD: What Would Jimmy Do?
Students interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this 1973 oil crisis lesson, students research details regarding President Carter's policies regarding the oil crisis that produced a scarcity...
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Unsettling Plans
Students consider words that reflect their knowledge and opinions about Israel, Palestinian Authority and the Gaza Strip. They develop annotated timelines about the history of the region in the 20th century and create collages that...
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Walk in My Shoes
Students discover how culture, geography and history affect how someone views an area of the world. They role play the role of a Palestinian, Jew or Briton and examine how they felt about Israel during its formation. To end the lesson,...
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Inaugurating a President
Learners study the traditions and history of the U.S. Presidential Inaugurations. They examine the topics George W. Bush talked about in his inaugural address and determine if his remarks clearly outlined what he has done.
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Whose Peace?
Students discuss the historical conflicts in Israel and the Middle East after reading an article from The New York Times as a class. Students are divided into groups after the discussion and research parties of interest in the Middle...
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Saudi Arabia
Learners investigate the country of Saudi Arabia. They complete a Webquest, watch video clips, answer discussion questions, explore the Lonely Planet website, and read and evaluate newspaper articles about Saudi Arabia and foreign oil...
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War and Peace
Students explore the Israeli elections for Prime Minister and the potential impact that newly-elected Premier Ehud Barak may have on the peace process in the Middle East.
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The Search for Mid-East Peace
Twelfth graders demonstrate an understanding of the competing forces and their demands in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process by completing a "Force Field Analysis" (developed by John Rossi at Virginia Commonwealth University) and by...
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Islam and Judaism: From Muhammad to the Ottoman Empire
High schoolers examine the interrelationships between Judaism and Islam. They view and discuss the "Heritage: Civilization and the Jews" DVD-ROM, conduct Internet research, complete handouts, and develop a research presentation.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: The Arab Israeli Conflict
An exhaustive look at the history of the conflict between the Arabs and the Israeli people, written from the Jewish perspective. The site is creatively set up as it is divided into different sections and presents myths and rebuttals.
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs: History & Highlights
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs provides a quick look at the history of Israel. Use the blue toolbar at the top to read about biblical times, foreign domination, and statehood. Clicking on the underlined words will take you to even...
United Nations
United Nations: The Question of Palestine and the United Nations [Pdf]
A book published by the UN in 2008 that attempts to address the question of Palestine. Discusses in detail the history of Palestine from the time the United Nations was formed and up to 2008.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Arab Israeli Conflict
History timeline of the Arab-Israeli conflict provides an overview of historical events behind the clashes between Palestine and Israel.
Other
Al Ahram Weekly: Chronology of First Arab Israeli War
Al-Ahram Weekly, a publication based in Cairo, provides a timeline of events leading up to the formation of Israel and the First Arab-Israeli War. Includes pictures and a copy of the Balfour Declaration.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Making a Difference in the Israeli Palestinian Conflict
Using segments from the PBS program: Wide Angle, this high school lesson explores the history and complexity of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and examines the roles individuals and organizations can play in promoting understanding and...
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs:mid East Peace Summit
This site from Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs describes the events at the Middle East Peace Summit at Camp David. You can read about the Israeli delegation, the latest news, texts from the summit, U.S. State Department material, and...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Lebanon
The BBC discusses the country of Lebanon which is at the center of much of the conflict in the Middle East. Gives an overview of its history, talks about its leadership, provides a timeline of key events, and links to other key stories.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: West Bank
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of West Bank, 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.