Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Search for Mid-East Peace

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders demonstrate an understanding of the competing forces and their demands in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process by completing a "Force Field Analysis" (developed by John Rossi at Virginia Commonwealth University) and by...
Lesson Plan
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Reducing Bias

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Learners begin their examination on the conflict in the Middle East. Before beginning, they complete a survey and discuss their answers to hopefully reduce their bias about the region. They examine the problem in the Middle East from the...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Breaking News English: Al-Qaeda Warns of More Attacks

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English instructional activity, students read "Al-Qaeda Warns of More Attacks," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Critical Literacy In The 21st Century

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Learners read the book Sitti's Secrets and complete prediction and comprehension activities. In this literacy lesson plan, students also write questions and comments they have on chart paper.
Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Culture of Palestine, West Bank, and Gaza Strip

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Palestine, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life,...
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Teaching Social Responsibility: Teachable Moment: Israelis vs. Palestinians

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson plan that describes the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Discussion questions and background information are given to help students begin informed discussion about the conflict. (2008)
Handout
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Women of Valor: Henrietta Szold

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive source of information about the life of Henrietta Szold (1860-1945 CE), founder of the Zionist women's organization of Hadassah and dedicated supporter of Palestine. She was an activist who was a model for Jewish women...
Lesson Plan
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Teaching Social Responsibility: Teachable Moment: Israelis & Palestinians

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Case studies that provide information about the conflict in Israel between the Palestinians and the Israelis. Encourages students to debate and discuss the conflict and try to come up with a solution to the problem. (2011)
Website
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What Happened During the Arab Revolt of 1936 39?

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses what the Arab Revolt was, why it occurred, and what the result from it was.