This lesson plan relates the opera Aida to current events in the Middle East for a music or art class. Contains links with information, assessment ideas, extensions and more.

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....

In March 2007, collaborative artists Lyndell Brown and Charles Green travelled for six weeks through the Middle East, Afghanistan, and the Persian Gulf as the Australian War Memorial's official war artists. Their works of art record the...

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.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This resource provides up-to-the-minute reports on ongoing conflicts and other news in Pakistan with an emphasis on major events and public reaction.

History timeline of the Arab-Israeli conflict provides an overview of historical events behind the clashes between Palestine and Israel.

Learn about the inspiring life of President Jimmy Carter. Read about his background and achievements, listen to an interview, and view a gallery of pictures.

Case studies that provide information about the conflict in Israel between the Palestinians and the Israelis. Encourages students to debate and discuss the conflict and try to come up with a solution to the problem. (2011)

A brief BBC profile of Nagorno - Karabakh and the conflict over it between Azerbaijan and Armenia. Also provides links to related topics.

This Wide Angle video features Majdi Amer, a 25-year-old Palestinian, who describes the daily state of violence and conflict in Israel and the occupied territories.