Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site: Birthplace of the Modern Presidency
Examines the career of our 26th President -- the conditions under which he became a vice presidential candidate, the assassination of President McKinley, the home where TR was hastily inaugurated in 1901, and the influence he exerted on the nation and the presidency. His inauguration marked a turning point in the role of the presidency, launching a change in national policy and propelling the U.S. into world affairs.
Muslims in Modern Europe
Speakers: Professor Gilles Kepel, Philippe Roman Chair in History and International Affairs at LSE IDEAS. Chair, Fawaz Gerges
History of the Holocaust
History of the Holocaust
History of Economic Thought
The purpose of this text is to introduce the interested reader to a broad overview of ideas about how the economy is and should be related to society and the individuals who compose that society. The intent is to keep the text short to avoid discouraging readers who are being introduced to the ideas for the first time.
American Museum of Natural History-Resources for Learning
This site presents a collection of scientific learning resources for educators, parents, kids, after-school coordinators, informal learning center staff, and anyone else interested in teaching or learning about science. The site provides a searchable database of resource materials, including activities (computer based and otherwise), curriculum materials, articles, evidence and analytical tools and procedures, exhibition materials, reference lists, and special collections of resources organized
The Modern Supreme Court
This excellent video is accompanied by text and is suitable for high school students. "The United States' president and Congress each hold a great deal of political power, but their authority is checked by the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court is responsible for interpreting the Constitution and ensuring that subsequent acts and laws conform to the founders' original intent when they created the Constitution. Serving on the Supreme Court is one of the highest honors a person can attain in this co
This Land is Your Land? This Land is My Land! Mapping the History of Territory Acquisition in the US
In this lesson, students will research the many territory acquisitions in United States history and create an annotated map that tells the history of U.S. expansion.
It's Alive! Bringing History to Life by Creating Hands-On Museum Exhibits
In this lesson, students will create proposals for hands-on, interactive and/or multimedia museum exhibits that bring different historical figures, eras, events, groups, or movements to life.
Civic History as Plaything
Gustavo Arellano is a staff writer with OC Weekly, an alternative newspaper in Orange County, California, and a contributing editor to the Los Angeles Times Op/Ed pages. He is a familiar presence in Southern California radio as a frequent guest on liberal and conservative talk shows, where he discusses local and national issues.
His most recent book is "Orange County: A Personal History." In a lecture delivered on October 15, 2009 for the UCI Humanities Collective, he discusses Orange County C
The History of Czech Literature 900-2000
The History of Czech Literature 900-2000
Time Management - Raw Materials
The raw materials for a learning activity about managing time.
Phonetics for Students of Modern Languages
Phonetics for Students of Modern Languages
History Field Trip to Bradford
History Field Trip to Bradford
History: Paths From Antiquity to Modernity
History: Paths From Antiquity to Modernity
Modern Languages: History of the French Language
Modern Languages: History of the French Language
Modern Languages: Torquemada en la Hoguera
Modern Languages: Torquemada en la Hoguera
History: Inquiry-led Independent and Collaborative Research Modules
History: Inquiry-led Independent and Collaborative Research Modules
Modern Languages: Hispanic Studies Group Presentation Project
Modern Languages: Hispanic Studies Group Presentation Project
Modern Languages: Reading Skills in Level 1 Spanish
Modern Languages: Reading Skills in Level 1 Spanish
Modern Languages: Reflective Writing in Teaching French
Modern Languages: Reflective Writing in Teaching French
