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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Chinese Philosophy

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia entry provides an overview of the historical development of ancient Chinese philosophy and its main schools of thought. Includes photos, links to related material and timeline of events.
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City University of New York

Brooklyn College: Chinese Philosophy and Religion

For Students 9th - 10th
Article provides a compilation of material from Compton's living encyclopedia. General information about Chinese religion and philosophy.
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Knowledge of China: Universal Guide for Chinese Studies

For Students 9th - 10th
A very comprehensive website about China, including history (from ancient to modern), arts (architecture, handicraft, living etc.), philosophy (daoism, confucianism, buddhism etc) and literature.
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Stanford University

Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Confucius

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This Stanford University encyclopedia entry discusses Confucius (551-479 BCE), who, according to Chinese tradition, was a thinker, political figure, educator, and founder of the Ru School of Chinese thought.
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City University of New York

Chinese Cultural Studies: Confucius Kongfuzi: The Analects, Excerpts

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a large number of excerpts from the "Analects" by Confucius. These quotes are divided into seven themes of Confucian teaching, humaneness, the superior man, rites, music, learning and teaching, government, and rectifying the...
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University of Washington

A Visual Sourcebook of Chinese Civilization [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
The goal of this "visual sourcebook" is to add to the material teachers can use to help theirstudents understand Chinese history, culture, and society. It was not designed to standalone; we assume that teachers who use it will also...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Internet Classics Archive: The Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu

For Students 9th - 10th
MIT's Internet Classics Archive offers an on-line English translation of Lao-tzu's most famous work: Tao-te. The Tao-te is the basis of Taoist philosophy.
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Lin and Don Donn

Lin and Don Donn: Chinese Festivals & Dragon Lore

For Students 3rd - 5th
Information on China's ancient past and the roots of modern-day Chinese culture. Includes information on Chinese festivals, religions, and philosophy.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: An Introduction to the Song Dynasty (960 1279)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Song dynasty was the second great "medieval" period of China. Northern Song (while it lasted) and the Southern Song (from 1127 until 1279) achieved incredible feats of learning, science, art, and philosophy. International trade and...
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History Teacher

Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: China: The Age of the Philosophers Quiz (2)

For Students 9th - 10th
Test your knowledge of Chinese philosophy, including concepts of Buddhism, Confucianism, Legalism and Taoism with this interactive quiz.
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Other

University of Cumbria: The School of Hsun Tzu

For Students 9th - 10th
A description of the School of Hsun Tzu, its philosophy and connection to Hsun-tzu.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Mind and Machines

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Focusing a study on the philosophy of mind, examine this thorough collection of resources to enhance discussions.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Language and Its Structure Ii: Syntax

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete undergraduate level online course from MIT, originally taught in 2004. This course and its materials are also available in Chinese and Persian.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Language and Its Structure Iii: Semantics and Pragmatics

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete undergraduate level online course from MIT, originally taught in 2005. A Chinese version of the course is also available.
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US National Archives

Herbert Hoover Library: The Eagle and the Dragon

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the history of China: their beliefs, arts, philosophies, medicine, and political evolution.
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Scholastic

Scholastic: Confucianism

For Students 9th - 10th
Peruse this general history of the philosophy of Confucianism.
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Yin, Yang, and a Little Feng Shui

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the Three Ways, which are a blend of Taoist, Buddhist, and Confucianist schools of thought, and what each of these philosophies contributes to the Three Ways.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Lao Zi

For Students 9th - 10th
Information is given on the life, works, and beliefs of Chinese philosopher Lao Zi in this encyclopedia article from Wikipedia. Links are provided throughout for additional information on related subjects.
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New York Univ.: Attitudes Toward Nature in Daoist Art

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information and activities to help students understand how Chinese Daoist philosophy shapes art. The site also includes Chinese nature poetry.
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: The Hidden Meanings of Yin and Yang

For Students 9th - 10th
The yin-yang symbol holds its roots in Taoism/Daoism, a Chinese religion and philosophy. John Bellaimey explains why we all contain the spirit of yin and of yang- and how we can achieve a balance of both in our lives. [4:09]
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Confucius Changes China

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this lesson students analyze Confucianism and its effect on conflicts in China. Students will evaluate an excerpt from The Analects of Confucius to realize the usefulness of Confucius' teachings and create an original cartoon using...
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Other

Chebucto Community Net: Lao Tzu Father of Taoism

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Chebucto Community Net provides a biography of Lao-tzu and short description of Taoism. Contrasts Taoism and Confucianism as well. Some black and white pictures accompany information.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: China

For Teachers 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Trace the effects of China's geography on the development of civilization. Examine China's philosophies that shaped Chinese culture.
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Confucianism

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Britannica.com contains a lengthy discussion of Confucianism, Confucius, and the ideas behind the philosophy/religion and its influence on Chinese history.

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