A comprehensive description of slavery as a fact of life in ancient Greece. Discusses the different classes of slaves, the origin of slavery, and Athenian slavery in particular.

Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of the Gambia in Africa.

Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Central Africa.

Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the island country of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in the Caribbean Sea.

This extensive learning module examines the United States' response to the global uncertainty and instability that followed World War II and the ways that marginalized groups challenged discrimination, and the counter-responses to their...

This video [2:19] from Wide Angle provides a look at the new opportunities and consumerism created by the success of India's outsourcing sector.

In this chapter, you will learn about the following: Diversity of countries and economies across the world, Improving countries' standards of living, Causes of unemployment around the world, Causes of inflation in various countries and...

Text of a speech given by Michel Camdessus of the International Monetary Fund about "Globalization and Asia: The Challenges for Regional Cooperation and the Implications for Hong Kong." (March 7, 1997)

Students in Mexico answer questions about their lives, comparing their experiences to those of American children. They talk about popular names, celebrations, food, geography, social and environmental issues, the economy, history,...

A link to information about a sharing economy and the services involved including Uber, Lyft, and Airbnb.

Hearing about the economy can be scary, especially when you don't know what it all means. Scholastic provides a glossary of economic terms, explanations about the problems facing the U.S., and ways to actually spend less in our own lives.

Although this lesson plan deals with the a California vote for 2010 Elections, the subject matter will need to be addressed time and time again: economy vs. environment. Green energy is more expensive. Many companies would have to go out...

A brief history of Ireland's entrance into the European Union (EU) and the economic and political benefits since joining.

Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Luxembourg in western Europe.

Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the Western European country of Belgium.

Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of the Netherlands in Western Europe.

An interview with Paul Hewitt, an expert in aging and public policy. The discussion focuses on the impact that aging populations around the world will have on economies, social structures, and government policies.

British commanders attempted to reverse their floundering fortunes by launching a campaign in the South. There the British would find not just crops such as tobacco, rice and indigo that were vital to their economy, but stronger Loyalist...

IDRC is a Canadian Crown corporation created in 1970 to help developing countries find long-term solutions to the social, economic, and environmental problems they face. In addition to corporate information, their site offers a...

These databases present economic data for individual countries, aggregated sets, and for commodity prices going back to 1999. The information is published twice a year.

This Global Exchange site explains exactly what World Bank/IMF is, how it affects different economies, and its drawbacks. Contains chart on what impacts certain World Bank/IMF programs have on the rich and poor.

This site contains links to many different countries around the world. Each country site gives information on the country and its poverty situation. The World Bank Group is involved in helping to eliminate poverty.

The Partnership website is an excellent place to learn what 21st century skills are, why they are important and who is supporting their development. Be sure to check out the Learning Hub.

The home page of the International Trade Administration (ITA). Contains a large amount of data about various aspects of international trade. Tables are clearly marked and easily accessible.