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Violence Dialogue

For Teachers 9th - 11th
In this violence dialogue, students ask and answer questions about violence in a dialogue.
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Curated OER

Evolution of the Right to Vote in Canada and Around the World

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students explore civics and develop their research skills while learning about democracy.
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Idea International: Rwanda: Women Hold Up Half the Parliament [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of the rise of the political power and strength of the women of Rwanda. The historical background of female oppression and persecution is noted as are the conditions which enabled the female population to follow a different...
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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and Rwanda. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
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US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: Human Rights Report: Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Report on the genocide of the Tutsis by the Hutu in Rwanda. The report provides a summary of actions taken by the Tutsis in great detail. (1997)
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University of Pennsylvania

African Studies Center: East Africa Living Encyclopedia: Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides lots of solid information about the country of Rwanda, including aspects such as the economy, government, religion, history, and geography. Note: Some links to external sites may no longer work.
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Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in Rwanda, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
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World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about core health indicators in Rwanda in this World Health Organization country profile which includes demographic and current health information.
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University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania: Religions in Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the primary religious denomination in Rwanda.
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University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania: Geography of Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Details the physical features of what is modern day Rwanda.
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University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania: Languages of Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the official languages spoken in Rwanda.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a broad country profile of the Central African nation of Rwanda, background details, and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government,...
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Rwanda. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Rwanda: History

For Students 9th - 10th
Rwanda has suffered the horror of genocide. Read how this has affected the country and how the country is recovering from its recent history. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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The History Place

The History Place:rwanda 1994

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed article that examines the genocide that occurred in Rwanda in 1994 killing over 800,000 people.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Rwanda: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out how Rwanda has rebuilt its economy since the genocide of the 1990s. Current information on foreign investment, eco-tourism, and agriculture. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Rwanda: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore statistics, history, culture, economy, politics, and demographics for the country of Rwanda in Central Africa.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News presents a general overview on the turbulent East African country of Rwanda. Includes country facts, information on leaders and media, and links to a timeline of key events and recent news.
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Rwanda: Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A small political map of Rwanda showing the major cities, rivers, and neighboring countries. Map is from the Perry Castaneda Collection.
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University of North Carolina

American Diplomacy: Rwanda, Trials of Concurrent Jurisdiction

For Students 9th - 10th
While the focus of this article is on the genocide trials in Rwanda and before the International Tribunal, there is information on the concept of concurrent jurisdiction as it applies to this specific situation. (Published January 1998)
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Paul kagame.com: Paul Kagame President of Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
The official web site of President Paul Kagame of Rwanda which includes his biography, political background and career, his government and the issues they will address, as well as his own blog. Needless to say, all information on the...
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Rwanda and Burundi: Relief Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A relief map of both Rwandi and its neighbor, Burundi, showing the mountainous regions, major highways, and water physical features. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Rwanda

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Rwanda. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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New York Times

New York Times: Rwanda to Elect President for 1st Time Since Killings

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An account of the events leading up to the first presidential election in Rwanda since 1994. Paul Kagame is the obvious leader, but there are questions and actions which make one wonder how democratic...

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