US Institute of Peace
Simulation on The Cambodia Peace Settlement
Can there be peace in Cambodia? Immerse your class in a realistic negotiation setting during a riveting simulation. Learners assume the roles of key players in a group sparring with an opposing group to try to achieve peace in the midst...
Curated OER
The Need for Government—A Cinematic and Literary Perspective
Students examine the philosophy of government. For this types of government lesson, students explore literature and movie clips to determine the value of rules in lawless societies.
Curated OER
In The Shadow of Angkor
Young scholars are introduced to basic historic and geographic facts about Cambodia. They understand the spiritual component of Cambodia's art. They identify Cambodia on a map of the world. They construct a graphic representation of a...
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Military Advisers in Vietnam: 1963
How did the beginning of the Vietnam War factor into the Cold War with the Soviet Union? As part of a study of American involvement in Vietnam, class members read a letter address to President Kennedy and his response in which...
Curated OER
Justice in America
Eleventh graders analyze primary sources for evidence of intent and purpose. In this American government lesson, 11th graders compose a one-page response explaining their understanding of "justice." Students read and examine quotes about...
Curated OER
The Need for Laws
Students consider the presence of authority in their lives. In this law lesson, students compare forgotten laws that function in their lives to forgotten instructions in making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
Curated OER
Lesson Plan on Landmines
Students take a look at how landmines are being used all over the world (with specific focus on Cambodia). Students identify the physical and emotional impact of the use of landmines and how the international community is working to...
Foreign Policy Research Institute
Defining Democracy and Freedom
This is a simple but effective introduction to democracy. It requires the class to generate working definitions of key terms (provided) and to determine the degree of democracy in various geographic locations today. After they conduct...
Peace Corps
Introducing Culture
Growing up within a culture leaves a lot of ideas and values unspoken. Take a closer look at the cultures in which your learners live with a discussion activity that addresses cultural identity and traits of those living within the...
Curated OER
Breaking News English: Madonna's Adoption in Malawi
In this Madonna's adoption in Malawi worksheet, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer discussion...
Curated OER
McMUN Model United Nations
If you have been searching for a plan to run a model U.N. simulation, this plan provides some bare bones for your lesson. Scholars break into blocs to research and discuss global issues and come up with collaborative solutions. In their...
Curated OER
A Visit to Vietnam
Students complete webquest to research Vietnam. They use a map to locate Vietnam. They research the climate, flora, fauna and tourism.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Cambodia: Government
A look at the present government of Cambodia. Read about how Cambodia is working to redress the wrongs of the Khmer Rouge regime and establish a working democracy. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Cambodia
This is an interesting reference source and travel guide to Cambodia that includes a broad background overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment,...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Cambodia
This resource gives facts and numbers regarding Cambodian history, including military, transnational issues, transportation, communication, economic, government, people and geography. It also includes maps and photos.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Cambodia
BBC News offers us a general overview of the south-east Asian country of Cambodia. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Cambodia: History
Read this history of Cambodia which concentrates mainly on the disaster of the Khmer Rouge government and the progress Cambodia has made in the recent past. From U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Other
Canby: Cambodia Facts
The first half of this site gives facts about Cambodia's geography, climate, population, and government in list form. The remainder of the article gives information beneficial to someone planning on visiting Cambodia.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Cambodia
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Cambodia, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
BBC
Bbc: Khmer Rouge Leaders Facing Trial
A discussion of leaders who were involved in the Khmer Rouge government and how they were being brought to justice by the new Cambodian government. The United Nations has said that none of these leaders can be pardoned by the new...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Pol Pot
An extensive biography from Wikipedia about Khmer Rouge leader Pol Pot. It discusses his taking power over of the Khmer Rouge, and of the Cambodian government in 1975, the direct and indirect support of the United States of Pol Pot...
BBC
Bbc: Khmer Rouge Genocide Admission
Reports how a lead official in the government of the Khmer Rouge admits that genocide did occur in Cambodia. This is the first time that a figure in the Khmer Rouge government has admitted to the killings.