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The Emerald Isle may have a mythical mystique, but there is more to Ireland than legend. Its immigrants make up a larger portion of the American population than those who live in Ireland itself! A video resource examines the geography, politics, and history of both the Republic of Ireland and its relationship to Northern Island.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the resource to profile the country before a study of immigration patterns
Classroom Considerations
- Humor and references to alcohol not be appropriate for some students
- Part of the Countries A-Z series, the video is number 81
- Some jokes include violence and a video with bleeped profanity
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Visuals, including photographs, help illustrate the geography of Ireland
- Resource includes an Irish person profiling his home country
Cons
- An ad interrupts streaming
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