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BBC

Bbc News: Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC provides comprehensive and complete coverage of the latest news and events occurring in Asia and the Pacific Islands. Content includes top news, in-depth stories, streaming audio news, and much more.
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Other

Asia Foundation: Information and Communication Technology for Development [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A two-page overview of how this organization supports the growth of information and communication technology in Asia, what types of technology it promotes, and why it is such an important issue to the development and modernization of...
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: The Cold War in Asia and the Middle East

For Students 9th - 10th
Overview outlining the Cold War conflict spread as Communist government's took over in China, Korea and the Middle East.
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Map of Southern Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
This political map shows the countries and capitals of the Middle East and South Asia as well as other countries in Asia.
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University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Forever Friends: Traveling to Asia

For Students 3rd - 8th
Take a virtual trip to several countries in Asia, guided by knowledgeable young people who will help you understand the culture and special allures of each country. Short videos are included. A map and activities relating to the...
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That Quiz

That Quiz: Practice Test: Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource allows users to learn the countries of Asia.
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The Washington Post

The Washington Post: Asia and Pacific

For Students 9th - 10th
The Washington Post provides the latest news for and about countries in Asia and the Pacific, as well as several reference resources. PLEASE NOTE THAT A WASHINGTON POST REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO VIEW THESE ARTICLES beyond a small...
Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: The Making of Modern South Asia

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Covering the countries in South Asia, who they are, their histories, and want to deepen the discussion, consider these resources.
Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: The Making of Modern South Asia

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Covering the countries in South Asia, who they are, their histories, and want to deepen the discussion, consider these resources.
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Other

Didactalia: Mapas Interactivos: Capitals of Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
An interactive map of Asia for practice in recognizing the capitals of the region. The activity is available in multiple languages.
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Other

Didactalia: Mapas Interactivos: Capitals of Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
In this interactive map of Asia, you are given the name of a capital city and must locate it on the map. Available in multiple languages.
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Other

Asia Society

For Students 9th - 10th
Interesting organization that was founded to promote relationships and understanding among the people and leaders of Asia and the United States. site will provide various articles on recent developments in Asia such as "Understanding the...
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Digital History

Digital History: The Cold War in Developing Countries

For Students 9th - 10th
In Europe, there was less violence in the half century following World War II then in almost any previous period of modern European history. Yet outside of Europe and North America, violent conflict became commonplace. In the decades...
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: From Many Lands, Asia by Raphael Tuck & Sons

For Students 1st - 3rd
This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book From Many Lands, Asia by Raphael Tuck & Sons(1890), nonfiction information about the countries in Asia.
Handout
Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Ibn Battuta: Travels in Asia and Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
The primary source document of Ibn Battuta's travels in Asia and Africa from 1325-1354.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: East Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
The complex and powerful states, dynasties, and civilizations that emerged in East Asia were strongly influenced by the environments in which they prospered. This article discusses the geographic features of China, Korea, and Japan.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: What Is Asia?

For Students 9th - 10th
"Asia" is a term invented by the Greeks and Romans, and developed by Western geographers to indicate the land mass east of the Ural Mountains and Ural River, together with offshore islands such as Japan and Java. Culturally, no "Asia"...
Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: International Relations of East Asia

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Pre-Cold War through the events of September 11, 2001, delve into the international relationships of the powers that make up East Asia. Utilize these suggestions of readings and possible assignments or discussion starters.
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Other

Asia Times: China

For Students 9th - 10th
Asia Times is an online Asian news source providing the latest news and analysis regarding events and trends in China, as well as links to local press.
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Other

Guide to Thailand: History of Thailand & Southeast Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
A summary on the history of Southeast Asia. Click on the topics in the left side navigation bar to go to other chapters in the history.
Article
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: Illusive Reform in Jordan [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explores the state of the democratic reforms in Jordan which appears to be good but there is a danger that pressure from Islamist groups may undermine these reforms. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]
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Digital Dialects

Digital Dialects: Geography Games: Countries of Asia

For Students 3rd - 8th
Study a map showing the countries in Asia, and then try to match their names to their locations on a blank map.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Asia Map Game

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students use prior knowledge to uncover locations in Asia using a map detailed in this flipchart.
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Columbia University

Columbia University: Asia for Educators: East Asia in Geographic Perspective

For Students 9th - 10th
This teacher resource is devoted to teaching about the geographic history of East Asia. Includes standards information and links to related lesson plans. Also features a downloadable world map (PDF, requires Adobe Reader).

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