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Eye of the Icon
Students examine various examples of artwork and identify icons. In groups, they discuss the role of special interest groups and media in promoting icons in society. They create a bust of an icon in the Victorian style and share them...
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Human Rights : Historical Process towards Individual Application
Young scholars compare governments as they relate to human rights of its citizens.
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Modern Japan Unit Plan
Sixth graders research modern Japanese culture, society and traditions, examine relationship between Japanese culture and its environment,
compare and contrast Japanese Society with Canadian Society, compare lives of people in Japan with...
Pulitzer Center
Extractive Industries
Here is a chance for environmental studies classes to take a critical look at crises occurring around the globe by reading articles and viewing video clips. The human activities under scrutiny are the extraction of oil, logging, and...
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The European Union and the Canadian Federation: Can they be Compared?
Tenth graders compare the European Union to the Canadian Federation. In this governing bodies lesson, 10th graders compare the structures of the 2 political organizations as they complete the provided handouts and graphic organizers.
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Hafta Do NAFTA?
Students examine the benefits and problems of U.S. participation in the North American Free Trade Agreement. In two groups, students represent the campaign team for a presidential candidate, one for and one against NAFTA, and research...
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Future Conditional
Students examine how toxic pollutants affect environmental and human health. They define key terms, watch a video, and answer discussion questions.
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Breaking News English: International Car Free Day
In this English learning exercise, students read "International Car Free Day," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: Australians Happiest People in the World
In this English worksheet, students read "Australians Happiest People in the World," and then respond to 20 short answer and 7 true or false questions about the selection.
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Office of the Prime Minister: The 2007 G8 Summit
Resource shows the significant role Canada plays as a global citizen. The 2007 G8 summit is analyzed by Prime Minister Stephen Harper including Canada's contributions.
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Unicef Canada
UNICEF works to support and protect the children of the world. Canada's involvement makes it a true member of the global community.
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Gender Equality & Women's Rights Internationally
Canada has exhibited leadership internationally in the protection of women's rights, security, and health. This website offers a comprehensive Canadian government policy and partnership list in gender equality and UN initiatives to...
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Osla: Be the Change
Children's rights and their empowerment. Highly recommended interactive site. Teacher resources, lesson plans, and WebQuests for all age levels are included.
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Cuso
CUSO is a Canadian organization similar in mission and purpose as the United States' Peace Corps. Founded in 1961, CUSO has grown into a dynamic organization working to combat poverty and inequality, aid human rights, treat HIV/AIDS, and...