History/Social Science
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2 Investigating the “Forbidden” in the Forbidden City
This lesson is intended to teach students about the concept of forbidden spaces through an interactive, hands-on activity based on the history and design of […]
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2 Understanding Decorative Motifs on Chinese Porcelain
This hands-on activity is designed to be an inexpensive way for students to learn and appreciate the cultural significance of select symbols as they appear […]
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1 A Brief History of Chinese Poetry: Classical to Contemporary
The main goal of this lesson is to show students how art reflects the ideas and culture of a particular time and place through the […]
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1 Art and the Cultural Revolution
Students will examine the use of art as propaganda during the Cultural Revolution through a series of posters. They will learn a brief overview of […]
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2 Multiple Perspectives on the Three Gorges Dam
In this lesson, students will explore the pros and cons of the Three Gorges Dam, using classroom text and the attached websites. They will explore […]
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2 Environmental Roots and the Tree of Modern China
This lesson will introduce students to environmental issues in contemporary China and have them approach and analyze these issues from the perspective of three different […]