Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Modern Balkan History: Greek Revolution/ Greek State
This lecture outlines the events of the Greek revolution and war for independence from Turkey, which began in 1821 and lasted through 1829. It covers Greek history as well as international political and economic context for the war.
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Western Michigan University: Richard Rawlinson Center: Anglo Saxon Studies
Learn more about Anglo Saxon studies and research from the Richard Rawlinson Center. The page provides a wide range of links to different medieval resources.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Modern Balkan History: The Legacies of 1917 and 1919
An essay describing the impact of the War and the post war on the Balkan people. Discusses social and economic impacts. Also, goes into detail about post war events.
Other
Western Michigan University: Timeline of Civil Rights History
Timeline showing important events in civil rights history around the world from 1884-1968.
Michigan Technological University
Mining Engineering at Michigan Tech
Includes general information about mining engineering such as the careers history and employment opportunities. It also has helpful links to sites of mining engineering organizations as well as general links to mining industry information.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Hong Kong: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for Hong Kong located in Eastern Asia.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Modern Balkan History: Balkan Causes of World War I
An essay on the causes of World War I from a Balkan perspective. Includes the following sections: Focusing on the Balkans, The Purpose of the Murder Itself, Serbian Blame: The Assassins, Serbian Blame: The Black Hand, Serbian Blame:...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Angola: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, politics, and demographics for the country of Angola in Southern Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: South Africa: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of South Africa.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: China: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of China in East Asia.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Taiwan: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the territory of Taiwan in East Asia.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Leptoptilos Crumeniferus
A detailed overview of the Marabou stork. Content focuses on this bird's geographic range, physical characteristics, natural history, economic importance for humans, and current conservation efforts.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Antilocapra Americana Sonoriensis
This site provides a detailed overview of the Sonoran pronghorn. Content includes information on this animal's geographic range, physical characteristics, natural history, economic importance for humans, and current conservation efforts.
Other
International Civil Rights Center and Museum: America's Civil Rights Timeline
Provides a timeline of the civil rights movement from the Dred Scott Supreme Court case in 1857 up to the affirmative action policy instated at the University of Michigan Law School in 1992.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Lets Net: Ellis Island Unit
The Ellis Island Unit focuses on immigration, ethnicity, and cultural backgrounds. It will provide learners opportunity to explore their individual heritage through primary and secondary research techniques and share the results of their...
Other
A Short History of Copper Mining
On this page you will find general information about copper, mining copper, and ghost towns.
US Geological Survey
Usgs: Earth's Water: Lakes and Reservoirs
The USGS reviews the differences between lakes and reservoirs. They discuss the history of freshwater and salt water lakes. Click Home to access the site in Spanish.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Westward Expansion and Reform
Part of a longer time line describing the history of the American West, this section covers the period 1829 to 1859 with hyperlinks to stories and people of this time period.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Student Movement and the Antiwar Movement
The 1960's was a time of upheaval in America mainly led by young adults disenchanted with the government. Examine the influences of this movement and read an excerpt from the Port Huron Statement written by the SDS at the University of...
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Red Kangaroo
The Animal Diversity Web offers a page on the Macropus Rufus, or Red Kangaroo. Includes all kinds of information from behavior to history. Use the table of contents for easy navigation.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Phylum Chordata (Chordates)
This site contains a listing of additional characteristics that many Chordates have in common beyond the typical four: notochord, dorsal nerve cord, pharyngeal slits, and a post-anal tail.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What's So Great About the Great Lakes?
The North American Great Lakes- Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, and Superior- are so big that they border 8 states and contain 23 quadrillion liters of water. They span forest, grassland, and wetland habitats, supporting a region that's...
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Sojourner Truth Institute: Articles About Sojourner
Articles on a variety of topics related to Truth and her life and mission are offered here. A section for younger readers is included.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Armenia: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, politics, and demographics for the country of Armenia in Southwest Asia.