Instructional Video

Geography Now! Angola

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Where in the world can you find a $26 sandwich? That's not uncommon in the oil-rich country of Angola, where many goods must be imported and are expensive. The West African nation is enjoying a resurgence since a brutal Cold War era civil war. A video profile unpacks the history and geography of the coastal country on the comeback.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Use the video to discuss the role of oil in international relations or the legacy of the Cold War in Africa
Classroom Considerations
  • Fifth video of the Countries A-Z series
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Engaging narrator and graphics intrigue learners
  • Concisely covers the complicated history 
Cons
  • Narrator often looks off camera to read prompts