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Mixing Up the Melting Pot

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the cultures of indigenous peoples and how they have or have not assimilated into modern society. They create reports with recommendations on how the Nukak of Columbia could be assimilated into society.
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Curated OER

Participants are challenged to create several different sorting groups for the set of images.

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students examine the influence of interaction with other cultures and the environment in relation to calendars. They also look at the origins of the calendar we use every day.
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National Archives of Australia: Documenting a Democracy

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent site for primary source materials on the history of Australia. From the Australian government's National Archives.
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The History of Australia

For Students 9th - 10th
Links to many articles concerning Australian history, including its settlement, convicts, women, aborigines, and twentieth-century Australia.
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Australia: Country Information

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs, a great overview of all things having to do with Australia. Explore studying in Australia, visiting or migrating there, learn about the people, economy, culture, religion, history, and...
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Natural History Museum

Natural History Museum: The Art of the First Fleet

For Students 9th - 10th
A fascinating look at art showing the environment and wildlife that was done by artists who were in the First Fleet, the first group of settlers to come to Australia in 1787. The artworks have been arranged under four categories: Natural...
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Natural History Museum

Natural History Museum (London): The Art of the First Fleet

For Students 9th - 10th
A fascinating look at art showing the environment and wildlife that was done by artists who were in the First Fleet, the first group of settlers to come to Australia in 1787. The artworks have been arranged under four categories: Natural...
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Australia: Australian Indigenous Cultural Heritage

For Students 9th - 10th
A history of the indigenous peoples of Australia and how they have helped shape Australia's culture and society of today.
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Hartford Web Publishing

World History Archives: Political History of Aboriginal Peoples of Australia

For Students 9th - 10th
Many links to articles describing issues between Australians and aborigines.
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Mac Cleay Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features many links to the museum. Find out about its history, exhibits, staff, school programs, etc. Click on "exhibitions", then "search the collection" to view photographs held at the MacCleay Museum.
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Kids World Travel Guide: Australia

For Students 1st - 8th
Here are some interesting Argentina facts which were chosen and researched by kids, especially for kids. Includes history, maps, geography, attractions, animals, people, language, and food.
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A Culturequest on Aboriginal Tools and Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out what the Australian Aboriginal people used spears, boomerangs, bowls and baskets for and the history behind each tool.
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Google Cultural Institute

Google Cultural Institute: Marlbatharndu Wanggagu Once Upon a Time in the West

For Students 9th - 10th
Photographic exhibit tells the story of the history of the North Western Australian Aboriginal people while integrating storytelling, cultural heritage, and contemporary art.
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Australian Museum

Australian Museum: Aborinigal and Torres Strait Islander

For Students 9th - 10th
The Australian Museum Online presents the anthropology of the Indigenous people of Australia. See their collection of artifacts and read about western desert art and other historical ideas about Australia.
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How Stuff Works

How Stuff Works: How Australian Traditions Work

For Students 4th - 8th
Information about the traditions and customs of Australia, along with some history, a look at aboriginal culture, Australian lingo, and foods unique to Australia.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Kamilaroi

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Kamilaroi people of New South Wales, Australia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.

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