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Prospects for peace in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars analyze the conflicts in the Middle East and assess past peace plans for resolving Arab/Israeli crisis.
Activity
US Institute of Peace

Simulation on The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
How do you solve a conflict that's been around for so many years? Scholars discover the viewpoints of stakeholders in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict during an emotionally charged simulation. A facilitator moderates discussions between...
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Somewhere in the Middle

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate the cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon in August of 2006. The geographic region known as the Middle East is examined and maps created with information on border and territory disputes.
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In Search of Al Qaeda

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars locate the Middle Eastern countries and capitals visited by Frontline reporters. They read online dispatches by the journalists, and complete a student assignment sheet.
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Curated OER

Continuing Gandhi's Legacy of Cross-Cultural Understanding: Central Asia and the Middle East

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students investigate the lifestyle of Gandhi by creating a Venn Diagram.  In this biographical instructional activity, students compare the philosophies of Martin Luther King Jr. and Gandhi while discussing their teaching methods....
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Filigree Jewelry

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students describe physical and human characteristics of North Africa and the Middle East, plot on a map areas populated by nomadic people in those areas, explain importance of filigree jewelry in Arab culture, and create their own jewelry.
Interactive
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Current Middle Eastern Conflicts (1)

For Students 10th - 12th
In this online interactive contemporary history instructional activity, learners answer 12 multiple choice questions regarding the current Middle East crisis. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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A New Era for Palestinians

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Get a global perspective and examine the challenges facing Mahmoud Abbas, the newly elected president of the Palestinian Authority. Thoughtful classroom citizens write letters to Mr. Abbas, asking him questions and suggesting advice....
Printables
NASA

Outline Maps

For Teachers 4th - 12th Standards
Don't miss this gold mine of blank maps for your next geography lesson! Regions include traditional continents such as Asia, Europe, and Africa, as well as other major world areas such as the Pacific Rim and the Middle East.
Worksheet
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The 'Question of Palestine'

For Students 7th - 10th
New York Times covers hot topics and current events, now you may use those articles to help young people become more aware. Kids read an article regarding the Israeli-Palestinian agreement and the prospect of Palestine joining the UN....
Organizer
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Middle East Map Activity

For Students 6th - 12th
In this Middle East map activity, students follow the instructions provided to label 24 Middle Eastern countries and other geographical features on a blank outline map.
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The Middle East

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students (diversity of learners) explore The Middle East in a variety of ways. They cover a diverse section of concepts: geography, economics, research communications skills, both oral and visual. Students write reflections of their...
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The Middle-East; Water and Life

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders examine the physical and cultural impressions made by water in the Middle East, as well as their own lives, through exercises in reading, writing, geography and art. They explore how water as an economic good drives...
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Foreign Policy Research Institute

Islam: A Bottom-Up Approach

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Islam is often discussed socio-politically rather than spiritually. Here, students read about this religion from primary and secondary sources including the Quran and a world religions book. They learn key terms in the context of the...
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What's on Your Plate?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers discover foods of the Middle East. In this global studies instructional activity, students sample a falafel as they follow the provided instructions to make the dish.
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Sitti's Secrets

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Learners identify geography by analyzing a story in class. In this global culture instructional activity, students read the book Sitti's Secrets which is based upon a story set in the Middle East. Learners compare the cultural...
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Hope vs. History

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Pupils explore the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.  In this World History lesson, students research a key person that was involved in the Arab-Israeli conflict over the past several years, then create a timeline of main events...
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Tolerance and Genocide

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the causes of genocide. In this cultural diversity lesson, students discuss genocide incidents in Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. Students then write essays about what they would do if their cultural...
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Democracy in the Middle East

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explain that President Bush's foreign policy to promote democracy is a departure from the Cold War policy of containment, and examine the reasons this policy has been proposed at this time.
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Pennies for Peace; Using Common Cents to Create Global Change in The Middle East

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders read, write, listen and speak in relation to gathering information as it pertains to service learning. In this service learning lesson, 9th graders read the book Three Cups of Tea and the complete guide to service learning...
PPT
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Islam Expands: In spite of internal conflicts, the Muslims create a huge empire that includes land on three continents.

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Beginning with a vocabulary review and ending with the Muslim Trade Network, this well-put-together presentation covers the events that lead to the spread of Islam. Also covered are internal conflicts which would provide a good...
Worksheet
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History Word Search Puzzle

For Students 5th - 6th
In this language arts worksheet, students study 10 words pertaining to the Middle East conflict. Students find the words in a word hunt. Some examples in the word bank are multiple words such as "handscutoff."
PPT
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The Early Ottoman Empire: 1281 - 1600s

For Students 7th - 10th
Once one of the most powerful civilizations in the known world, the Ottoman Empire was all-encompassing and highly influencial in the Middle East. Enjoy maps that detail the Ottomans' rule, as well as pictures of relics and architecture...
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Center for History Education

The Iran Hostage Crisis

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
While the Iranian Hostage Crisis was a watershed moment, few history classes take on the complex series of events leading up to it. Using declassified documents, including a hostage's diary, young historians create their own reports to...