New York Times
New York Times: On This Day: Andrew Johnson Dead
A copy of Johnson's obituary, with an interesting account of the ex-president's private and public life, from page 1 of the New York Times (August 1, 1875).
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Do as the Romans: Construct an Aqueduct!
In this activity, students work with specified materials to create aqueduct components that will transport 2 liters of water across a short distance in their classroom. The goal is to build an aqueduct that will supply Aqueductis, a...
Other
Toledo Ohio: Remembering the "Golden Rule"
A biography of Samuel M. Jones that details both his private and public life. Read about how he treated his employees of his company, S.M. Jones Company, and how he carried those progressive ideas to his terms as mayor of Toledo.
Alberta Online Encyclopedia
Alberta Online Encyclopedia: The Famous 5: Heroes for Today: Nellie Mc Clung
Information and photos on this website about Nellie McClung's private life, public life and career provide excellent information about Nellie McClung--both for the educator and the learner. In addition, McClung's article "Reading...
US Department of Education
Us Department of Education: Explore Financial Aid
This site from the US Department of Education provides this comprehensive government publication on grants, loans, and work-study programs. Each piece of information can be accessed by clicking on the corresponding link.
SparkNotes
Spark Notes: Julius Caesar: Themes
A discussion of the themes in The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, including fate vs. free will, public self vs. private self, misinterpretations and misreadings, inflexibility vs. compromise, and rhetoric and power. Also has link to a quiz on...
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: The Growth of Government
As the 20th century has progressed, the public has come to expect the government to provide more services than in any previous era. It might be added that a greater number of services becomes economically feasible for the government to...
Other
Common Land
Site explains common land. The law on common land is generally the same as private land except those who possess commoner rights for citizens of the United Kingdom.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Cartel
This on-line encyclopedia provides the legal definition and examples of a cartel.
University of Nebraska Omaha
Ec Ed Web: What Is a Stock? Or, Who Owns Mc Donald's?
Lesson plan from the University of Omaha where the students will be able to understand what a stock is.
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: The Trial of Gaius Verres: An Account (79 Bc)
The records of the trial of Gaius (sometimes spelled Caius) Verres reveal--far better than any other extant source--the corruption of the last years of the Roman Republic. Through a series of orations and witnesses, Verres's prosecutor,...
Other
The 101 Series: E Mail Etiquette
This site from the 101 Series describes different types of guidelines for sending emails. Some of the guidelines are for the convenience of the sender/receiver. Some of the guidelines have to do with etiquette (manners), and some are...
Other
American Correctional Association
This is the homepage for the American Correctional Association. There are links to information on all aspects of the organization.
Digital History
Digital History: Transforming American Law
Changes in American law promoted economic growth. See how private companies were protected from penalties and liabilities, and were given special privileges because they contributed to the public good.
The History Place
The History Place: The Vietnam War: Seeds of the Conflict, 1945 1960
This detailed chronology of the Vietnam War is part of a four-segment timeline on the conflict published by the History Place, a privately operated online publication. The site focuses on the events and decisions that eventually led to...
PBS
Pbs: American Photography: A Century of Images
The companion site to the PBS series, this site chronicles the growth of photography, both in our private lives and in the public world of news and journalism. The site includes narrative from the series as well as images and teaching...
Rice University
Rice University: Papers of Jefferson Davis
Website presents a large collection of materials and documents from or about Jefferson Davis. Rice University has produced this site that provides many of his private letters and public speeches. Of particular interest is the chronology...
Oregon Secretary of State
Oregon State Archives: The Oregon Blue Book
The Oregon Blue Book, the official state directory and fact book, provides a wealth of information about Oregon. "FACTS," contains almanac references, economy information, scenic images, capital city information, and state buildings;...
Bill of Rights Institute
Bill of Rights Institute: Unlocking Your Cellphone
Who owns your property stored in a virtual world? Who has the rights to protect it, to keep it private, to make it public? These questions are investigated in this lesson plan.
Other
Society for History in the Federal Government
Official website is a resource that draws from and highlights a rich mix of federal history work performed by public, academic, and private historians, as well as archivists, curators, documentary editors, preservationists,...
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: David Hume
Biography of Hume (1711-1776 CE), including personal and educational information, and publication dates for major works. Also features an excerpt from a private letter written when Hume was around 15.
Federal Reserve Bank
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta: Structure and Functions of the Federal Reserve
Wondering how to explain to your class the mixture of public and private elements that make up the Federal Reserve? This resource offers unique tools to help you.
The World Bank
World Bank Group: Data by Topic
Links to data which cover agriculture, education, environment, health and population and other issues regarding economic development.
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