Curated OER
Breaking News English: Iran to Replace 40 Ambassadors
In this English worksheet, students read "Iran to Replace 40 Ambassadors," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
Curated OER
English Exercises: It's A Small World
In this countries of the world instructional activity, 6th graders watch a musical video, interactively select the correct words (11) for the lyrics of the song, complete 9 sentences about foreign countries, match 10 flags with their...
Curated OER
INTERNATIONAL FORUM ON IRAN'S NUCLEAR PROGRAM
Learners research Iran and their position on nuclear power.
Curated OER
Peace in the Middle East: A Simulation
Tenth graders develop an understanding of the Arab-Israeli conflict. They describe how each side has a valid claim to the Holy Land. They familiarize themselves with the challenges of settling this issue.
Curated OER
The Consequences of World War II
Ninth graders explore the aftermath of World War II. In this World War II lesson, 9th graders investigate the consequences of the war as they complete a post-assessment project that requires them to compose essays on the topic.
Curated OER
Contributions of Immigrants
High schoolers identify the contributions of immigrants to America. They analyze the value of these contributions as well. They discuss how these contributions affect other's personal perspectives of immigrants.
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra: Palestinians Seek Statehood From United Nations Assembly
Learn how the conflict between Palestinians and Israelis escalates as the Palestinian president asks the United Nations to turn their territories into an official country, Palestine. (September, 2011)
American Rhetoric
American Rhetoric: Avigdor Lieberman: Speech to United Nations General Assembly
This is the text and audio of Israel's Avigdor Lieberman speaking to the United Nations General Assembly on September 10, 2010, New York, NY.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Jews of Israel
The state of Israel came into formal existence on 14 May 1948. The United States recognized the new state on the same day, and the Soviet Union followed on 18 May. On 15 May 1948 the new state was invaded by the armies of Egypt, Iraq,...
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: General Assembly Resolution 181
The text of the United Nations resolution to partition Palestine, making an Arab state, a Jewish state, and an international Jerusalem.
Other
Ben Gurion University of the Negev: State of Israel
This site from Ben-Gurion University contains the first national report on the implementation of the United Nations Convention to combat desertification.
US National Archives
Our Documents: A National Initiative on American History, Civics, and Service
Our Documents is home to one hundred milestone documents that influenced that course of American history and American democracy. Includes full-page scans of each document, transcriptions, background information on their significance, and...
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: The Line of June 4, 1967
Discusses the history of the demarcation lines between Israel and Syria--lines which in part caused the June War.
Other
The Bible and Archaeology: King David's Reign: A Nation United
Detailed discussion of King David's rise to power in Jerusalem and his significance.
Other
Odyssey: Teacher Zone: Middle East: Israel/palestinian Territories Stay
This teaching unit is based upon a "teacher trek" to the area in 2000 and focuses on essential questions on the nature of conflict. Activities are offered to help students explore the religion, holidays and culture of this region....
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: u.s. Proposes u.n. Trusteeship of Palestine
President Truman explains the United States' position and recommendations on the issue of Palestine once the British mandate was to end.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Israeli Population Statistics Table
A table sorting population demographics by religion, age, and urban centers.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: The Nation of Israel: C. 1200 586 b.c.
Learning module in which AP history teacher, Tom Richey, tells the story of the ancient Israelites illuminating the significant impact they had on the region and the world. Includes unit material, lecture notes, videos and primary sources.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: The Partition Plan
The background for creating a plan to partition Palestine, as well as the details of the plan itself and its effects are discussed.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Eisenhower Publicly Threatens Israel With Sanctions
In this speech to the American public on February 20, 1957, Eisenhower explains how the Suez War began and the diplomatic events which took place to try and end it. He also explains what the United States is prepared to do to Israel to...
PBS
Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...