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Baker, Rosalie F., Ed.; Baker, Charles F. III, Ed. – Calliope: World History for Young People, 1990
This issue of "Calliope," a world history magazine for young people is devoted to "Great Explorers of the East" and features articles on famous explorers of the eastern hemisphere. The following articles are included: "Ancient Egyptian Mariners"; "Alexander: The Great Reconciler"; "Marco Polo:…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Learning Activities, Non Western Civilization
Download full textShilling, James T. – 1990
Believed to have been written about the 4th century B.C., the "Ramayana" is one of the oldest epic poems in world literature. This exercise, which takes seven or eight days to complete, is intended to acquaint Westerners with the "Ramayana" in an informal format that may spark a desire to read further in the epic and to become…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Cooperative Learning, Foreign Countries, Global Approach
American Forum for Global Education, New York, NY. – 2000
Inner and Central Asia extends as far east as central China and as far west as areas in the Middle East. The changing empires over time (as well as the "shifting sands" of the geographic landmass) made it difficult to consider this as a single area. Moreover, the cultural exchanges which took place across this landmass, the transport of…
Descriptors: Asian History, Asian Studies, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques
Miller, Linda Karen – 1997
The 6th century of the Byzantine Empire, dominated by the emperor Justinian (527-565 C.E.), is the focus of this unit of lessons designed for grades 7-12. Justinian's contributions to world history in various fields are examined. Noting that not all scholars are in agreement as to when Byzantine history began, the unit places its origins either at…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Cultural Context, Curriculum Enrichment, Foreign Countries
Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery. – 1991
The focus of this teacher's packet is the bronze vessels made for the kings and great families of the early Chinese dynasties between 1700 B.C. and 200 A.D. The materials in the guide are intended for use by teachers and students visiting the exhibition, "The Arts of China," at the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery of the Smithsonian Institution…
Descriptors: Ancient History, Archaeology, Area Studies, Art Education
Peer reviewedSullivan, Margaret Lo Piccolo – Social Education, 1998
Discusses the "Epic of Sundiata" which chronicles the rise of the Empire of Mali in the grasslands of northwestern Africa in the 13th century. This work is a compelling drama that bears comparison to such other hero tales as "The Iliad" and the Arthurian legend. Includes suggested teaching activities. (MJP)
Descriptors: African Culture, African History, African Literature, Cultural Context
Peer reviewedChristensen, Lois – Southern Social Studies Journal, 1996
Presents a series of lesson plans to be incorporated into an interdisciplinary unit on Japan. Uses the five themes of geography as a framework for a broader exploration of the culture and history of Japan. Specifically addresses women and their role in Japanese society, and other cultural ideas. (MJP)
Descriptors: Asian History, Cultural Context, Cultural Pluralism, Ethnography
Nevens, Margaret; And Others – 1972
Two social studies units for sixth grade provide information and learning activities about Africa and Russia. Both units contain lists of concepts to be learned, skills, objectives, learning activities, common misconceptions, vocabulary, maps, objective and essay tests, and bibliographies. The unit on Africa helps students understand the wide…
Descriptors: Affective Objectives, African Culture, Area Studies, Bibliographies
Peer reviewedRusak, Sandra – Art Education, 1996
Provides a series of instructional activities and material concerning African art. Includes four color plates of African artwork. Accompanying materials include cultural, historical background information on each piece, as well as, learning activities. Artwork is from Cameroon, Ghana, Nigeria, and Zaire. (MJP)
Descriptors: African Culture, African History, Art Activities, Art Education
Geiger, Rita; And Others – 1983
The document offers practical and motivating techniques for studying Japan. Dedicated to promoting global awareness, separate sections discuss Japan's geography, history, culture, education, government, economics, energy, transportation, and communication. Each section presents a topical overview; suggested classroom activities; and easily…
Descriptors: Asian History, Asian Studies, Climate, Communications
