Instructional Video

Geography Now! Belarus

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They speak Russian, but don't you dare say they are Russian! Belarus is its own nation, complete with a complex lingual, cultural, and political identity. A humorous and irreverent video unravels these threads with a geographical profile of an interesting Eastern European nation. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Use the video to prompt a discussion of Russian influence on Eastern Europe
Classroom Considerations
  • Video is installment 16 in a larger Countries A-Z series
  • Jokes about breasts, rape, the friend zone, and fake bloody vomit; preview the video to determine if appropriate for your classroom
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Humor engages viewers
  • Graphics and maps help illustrate complicated dynamics
Cons
  • None