Curated OER
Bust Of Virgo, Bust Of Pisces
Students analyze the relief designs of Petra and design their own personal sacred image in the same style using plaster of Paris or Model Magic. This instructional activity should be completed within 45-minutes of starting construction...
Curated OER
The Price of European Commodities in 1803
Students peruse actual price lists of European commodities dealers Strobel and Martini of Bordeaux, France. Each student creates a sales receipt of items that they have purchased from the French Brokerage firm. Students explore how the...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Jordan
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Jordan. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
Other
Embassy of Jordan: The Economy
Detailed information about the status of the economy in Jordan. In addition to standard statistics, there is information on the role of the government in the economy and legislative and regulatory reform.
Latimer Clarke Corporation
Atlapedia Online: Jordan
If you're doing a research paper on Jordan, this is a great place to begin. Has information about the history, people, geography, climate, economy, and more. Click on the map image to get more details and an enlarged view.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Jordan
Provides an overview of the culture of Jordan. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Jordan
An excellent source of information on Jordan from The Library of Congress. Includes information on geography, society, economy, transportation, government and politics, and national security.
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: Illusive Reform in Jordan [Pdf]
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]
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Jordan
Complete destination guide and country profile of Jordan featuring a background overview, and numerous links to key information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, tourism, government,...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Jordan: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for Jordan located in the Middle East.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Jordan
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Jordan, 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.
Other
U.s. Department of State: Jordan, October 1995
Scroll down to read about U.S.- Jordanian relations. While this document is from 1995, it contains accurate and detailed information about Jordan's foreign policy, economy, history, and government from that time.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Jordan
The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Jordan can be found on this site.