Social Studies Curriculum Links

Middle Eastern Resources

The World Factbook, 2001 from the CIA Contains maps,flags, economic, geographic, government and population data for every country. Update for 1997 is much easier to use.

The Corruption Perception Index Ranks countries by how corrupt they are perceived by the international business community.

Country Reports on Human Rights Abuses U.S. State Department Reports.

Country Commercial Guides Written description of every country's economy by the Department of Commerce. Writing is on a high level.

Country Studies Handbook An extensive outline of the culture, history, and current situation of every country by the Library of Congress. Be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the page to get the list of countries.

E-Conflict A simplified version of the CIA Factbook, contains maps,flags, government, economic, geographic, and population data for every country.

The Egyptian Gallery

History of Turks and Turkey from the Turkish Embassy

INFONATION A database of geographic, economic, social and population information provided by the United Nations. Choose which country and data you would like displayed in a table.

Israel at Fifty and Beyond This web site by Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs assembles readings, announcements, timelines and photographs to commemorate their golden anniversary.

The Middle East Review of International Affairs This college level journal contains papers relevant to foreign relations in the Middle East.

Oriental Institute Virtual Museum

Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics

Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia

The Search for Ubar

Symmetry and Pattern: The Art of Oriental Rugs An outstanding interdisciplinary site that ties the patterns of oriental rugs to middle eastern culture. Includes activities and a glossary for students.

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Last updated and links checked on November 11, 2001 by John L. Day
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