University of Chicago
University of Chicago: Ancient Near East and the Mediterranean World
A collection of full-text research materials on the ancient Near East and Mediterranean World. Many texts are in French.
BBC
Bbc: Mid East Unrest: Syrian Protests in Damascus and Aleppo
This article discusses the beginning of the protests in Syria during which the masses called for democratic reforms and the release of political prisoners. Links to related articles are featured. (March 15, 2011)
Immigration and Ethnic History Society
Iehs: Stacy Fahrenthold, "Resources for Migration and Refugee Histories of Me"
This article focuses on the author's list of readings concerning Migrants and Refugees in the Modern Middle East.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Ghorbat Kinship
The term "Ghorbat" is applied to several non-food-producing, itinerant populations of fairly low status throughout the Middle East and even beyond, in parts of formerly Soviet Central Asia and the Balkans. These peripatetic populations...
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.
PBS
Pbs Online News Hour Extra: Syria's Role in the Middle East
From the PBS NewsHour with Jim Lehrer a lesson that has students examine the role of Syria in Middle Eastern politics and its relations with the U.S up until 2008. Provides step by step instructions and access to required materials.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Word Search: Geography of the Middle East
A fun word search game with terms from Middle Eastern geography. Play online or print out a version for use in class or at home.
History Teacher
Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: 19c Early 20c Middle East Quiz
Ten multiple choice question quiz is immediately scored and provides review of Middle Eastern history.
BBC
Bbc: News Middle East: In Pictures: Egypt Protests
BBC sideshow captures history in the making as Egypt erupts in revolution. February, 2011
Curated OER
Countries and Capitals of the Middle East
This site has a puzzle of the countries of the Middle East that you can download and play on your computer. The software is free to download.
Curated OER
Middle East Map
NPR reports on the neighboring countries to Iraq in the Middle East: Jordan, Syria, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. How are these countries coping with the violence so close at hand? The report contains audio and a series of pictures taken in...
Other
Impact Games: Peacemaker
Take on the role of a leader in the Middle East and try to bring peace to the region and avoid starting a conflict that could end in violence. This game will help you to understand different perspectives in the Middle East. Scroll to...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Crossroads of the Ancient World
Because of Afghanistan's geographical position -- on the edge of central Asia with India and China beyond to the east, and Iran, the Middle East and the numerous cultures of the Mediterranean and the rest of Europe to the west -- it was...
Islami City
Islami city.com: Islam and Islamic History the Message
This site has history of Islam in the Middle East.
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Operation Desert Storm: Operation Desert Shield
Presents a timeline of events in the Middle East leading up to and during Operation Desert Storm. Begins with the Anglo-Kuwaiti Treaty in 1899.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Bedu
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Bedu, known as the Bedouin to Westerners, people of the Middle East. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life,...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Eisenhower Doctrine 1957
Provides the actual text to the Eisenhower Doctrine, a speech given by President Eisenhower to Congress on the situation in the Middle East.
Al-Ahram Weekly
Al Ahram: Al Ahram Weekly Online
The Al-Ahram Weekly is a weekly political and news oriented supplement published in Cairo. Content includes a focused look at news, issues, and events in Egypt, Palestine, and the Middle East.
Other
International Center for Transitional Justice
This organization "assists countries pursuing accountability for past mass atrocity or human rights abuse." The site describes past and current programs in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Yemen
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Yemen in the Middle East. A background overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links...
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Bahrain
Great reference directory for finding information on Bahrain in the Middle East. Content includes background details, a country profile, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography,...
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Syria
Presents a travel guide and country profile of the Middle East country of Syria including a background overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment,...
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