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Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet: Indonesia: Battle for Independence
This article surveys the history of Indonesia, including its independence from the Netherlands in 1949. Features include maps, photos, and information on culture and demographics.
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet: Laos
This site provides a brief history of Laos, including a discussion of the People's Democratic Republic established in 1975. Pictures and a map included, as well as information on culture and demographics.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Malaysia
Thorough reference directory for finding information on the Asian country of Malaysia. Content includes background overview, a country profile, and numerous links to key information on this country's culture, history, geography, economy,...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Asian Political Boundaries, 1915
Political boundaries throughout Eurasia.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Continents of the World
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is devoted to identifying, locating, and learning facts about the 7 continents. It contains interactive maps, facts, and a short video at the end.
Curated OER
Etc: Greece and War With Persia, 499 479 Bc
A map of Greece and Asia Minor at the time of the wars with Persia (Greco-Persian Wars, 499-479 BC). The map is color-coded to show the extent of the Ionian Revolt (499-493 BC) from Macedonia along the coast of Asia Minor to the island...
Curated OER
National Geographic Kids: Asia: India
Welcome to India! Follow this interactive overview of the country's history, geography, people, government, nature, and more. A map and video are included. Adobe Flash Required.
Curated OER
Etc: Greece in the Peloponnesian War, 431 404 Bc
A map of Greece and Asia Minor during the Peloponnesian War (431-404 BC), color-coded to show the territories of Athens, Sparta, and their allies.
Curated OER
Map of Australia
From the BBC, an overview of the Asia-Pacific country of Australia. Presents a map, timeline, facts at-a-glance, and information on leaders and the media. For fun, listen to the Australian national anthem.
Other
China Institute in America: From Silk to Oil: A Curriculum Guide for Educators
Twenty-three curriculum units consististing of a lesson plan, written and visual documents, maps, tables, and even a Silk Roads board game. Covers the second century BCE through the contemporary period in Central Asia.
US Navy
Naval History and Heritage Command: By Sea, Air, and Land
From the Department of the Navy, this site provides a detailed description of naval activities and strategy during the war in Southeast Asia. Great maps and pictures too.
Constitutional Rights Foundation
Constitutional Rights Foundation: The Great Qing Code: Law and Order During China's Last Dynasty [Pdf]
Article and lesson on the evolution of Chinese law and order which reached its pinnacle during the Qing Dynasty. Includes article, map, primary source exceprt, and questions for discussion. In addition, students learn about the Qing Code...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: India
Detailed information about the country of India. Topics covered include the geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. Also included are photos, maps, and an image of the...
Other
The Himalayas
This site contains helpful information and photos of the Himalayas. Learn valuable information from world traveler Mogens Larsen and journey with him to the enchanting Himalaya Mountains.
Other
Thurston High School: The Tundra Climate
Site discusses and analyzes the daily weather in the tundra. Provides a map of the world that is color-coded to show the different biomes and systems of the world.
Other
Byzantine Cistern, Istanbul
Photograph of a Byzantine Cistern located in Istanbul. Also includes links to more information on Turkey.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Australia
From the BBC, an overview of the Asia-Pacific country of Australia. Presents a map, timeline, facts at-a-glance, and information on leaders and the media. For fun, listen to the Australian national anthem.
BBC
Bbc News: Country Profile Australia
A comprehensive country profile focusing on the continent of Australia. Topics include basic facts, early history, colonization and settlement, politics, and economy. A map and links to related topics are included.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Kyrgyzstan
BBC News presents a general overview of the poor Central Asian country of Kyrgyzstan. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Tajikistan
BBC News presents a general overview of the independent Central Asian country of Tajikistan. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Turkmenistan
BBC News provides a general overview of the Central Asian country of Turkmenistan. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Uzbekistan
BBC News features a general overview of the populous Central Asian country of Uzbekistan. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: New Zealand
Read all about the Pacific nation of New Zealand from the BBC. View a map and timeline of events while learning about its leaders and history.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Bangladesh
Provides an overview and some basic facts about the Asian country of Bangladesh. Also discussed is the current leader and its media market.