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History

For Students 9th - 12th
The past helps to inform the present and the future—that's why the study of history is so important. The handout describes what historians do and why their jobs are meaningful. Readers learn about what to expect in a college-level...
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University of North Carolina

Music

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Music is a universal pleasure, but writing about it can be a little trickier. An informative handout discusses common types of music writing assignments that one might encounter in a college-level course. Individuals read about musical...
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Curated OER

Corporate Tax Rate and Jobs

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Does lowering the corporate tax rate help create jobs in the United States? Learners explore the top pro and con arguments and quotes relating to the issue. They read background information about the creation of the federal corporate...
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Smithsonian Institution

World War I

For Students 5th - 12th Standards
How did World War I effect the United States' status as a world power? Pupils examine a website to learn many interesting facts about American involvement during World War I. They read passages and interact with artifacts in an online...
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Smithsonian Institution

New American Roles

For Students 5th - 12th Standards
America has dealt with its fair share of hardships in contemporary history. The resource discusses the events of the Gulf War, September 11th, the Afghanistan War, and The Iraq War. Scholars click on artifacts to learn more information,...
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American Museum of Natural History

Being an Archeologist: Chuck Spencer

For Students 6th - 12th
Meet Chuck Spencer, an archeologist who studies the Zapotec people who lived in the Valley of Oaxaca, Mexico over 2000 years ago. Spencer shares in print his response to questions posed by kids.
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Volunteer Match

For Students 9th - 10th
This database allows you to search for a volunteer opportunity either by location or by the type of activity that interests you.
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Habitat for Humanity: Youth Volunteer Programs

For Students 9th - 10th
This nonprofit volunteer organization focuses on community housing. Explore their volunteer opportunities for young people ages 15 to 25.
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Peace Corps

Peace Corps: Returned Volunteers

For Students 9th - 10th
This site consists of testimonials from former Peace Corps volunteers about the impact of Peace Corps participation on their lives.
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Energize: Volunteer Management Library

For Students 9th - 10th
Energize, Inc., is an international training, consulting, and publishing firm specializing in volunteerism. Its Volunteer Management Library offers selected sources on volunteering for free.
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United Nations Volunteers

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you interested in volunteering for the United Nations? Find out how to volunteer either online or internationally.
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Imva: So You're Thinking About Volunteering

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains information on medical volunteer programs. It includes a Q. & A. section that covers most of the aspects of this type of work.
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Serv Enet: Volunteer Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you looking to find a better way to make a difference in your community? The SERVEnet provides Volunteer Resources to help you find better ways to get connected.
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48th Ovvi: 48th Ohio Veteran Volunteer Infantry Regiment

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete history of the 48th Ohio Veteran Volunteer Infantry Regiment. Find soldiers' letters, pictures of their training camp, information about the battles in which they fought, maps, and lots more. A very extensive, award-winning site.
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Volunteer Abroad

For Students 9th - 10th
Database provides information about volunteering in other countries. Travel advice and links to university programs included.
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Employment Spot

Employment Spot: Volunteer & Service Opportunities

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore Volunteer & Service Opportunities using the Employment Spot career resources.
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Volunteer Programs

For Students 9th - 10th
This site lists several volunteer program opportunities. Volunteer vacations, like those listed on this site, are becoming more and more popular.
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Point of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center: Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you interested in exploring volunteer work? The Point of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center provides resources to investigate volunteer work.
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International Volunteer Programs Association

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is the home page for the International Volunteer Programs Assoc. Volunteer vacations, like those listed on this site, are becoming more and more popular. The pull-down menus will help you find a project. The question/answer...
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Foreign Volunteer Legion: Ww2 Axis & Foreign Volunteer Awards & Stamps

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting site which describes the many different groups of volunteers who fought for the Germans during World War 2 and the stamps issued by their various governments. For example, Hungary had many groups who fought for the Germans...
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Patrick McSherry

Spanish American War Centennial: Letters From the 34th Michigan Volunteer Infantry

For Students 9th - 10th
Spanish-American War Centennial Website presents information and images on the 34th Michigan Volunteer Infantry based on primary source letters contributed by Kevin Gilfether.
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Patrick McSherry

Spanish American War Centennial: The Report of the 34th Michigan Volunteer Infantry

For Students 9th - 10th
Informative website from the Spanish American War Centennial provides information gathered from letters and diaries on the 34th Volunteer Infantry.
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Patrick McSherry

Spanish American War Centennial: The Diary of George Edgar Cripps: 34th Michigan Volunteer Infantry

For Students 9th - 10th
Spanish American War Website presents information from the diary of George Edgar Cripps a member of the 34th Michigan Volunteer Infantry.
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Action Without Borders: Idealist: Internships

For Students 9th - 10th
This searchable database will allow you to find volunteer entry-level internships that match your age, interests, and location.

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