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Teaching and Talking in Schools About 9/11
Many of the materials mentioned in this list were especially compiled or updated for the tenth anniversary of 9/11 in Autumn 2011. Most but not all have a specific focus on teaching, in both formal and informal settings. The list … Continue reading
The 2011 Attacks in Norway: Links
This paper was compiled on the morning of Tuesday 26 July. It contains links to a small selection of the thousands of articles, commentaries and blogs that were been published on the internet over the following days. It starts by … Continue reading
Has Multiculturalism Failed?
This paper was compiled following David Cameron’s speech at the Munich Security Conference on Saturday 5 February 2011. The speech and media discussions of it dealt with three principal themes: The concept of multiculturalism, and whether multiculturalism in Britain, and … Continue reading
Children’s Book Study Guides: The Librarian of Basra and Alia’s Mission: Saving the Books of Iraq
This resource examines two books that offer an opportunity to open up positive discussion about the Iraq War with students. The Librarian of Basra by Jeanette Winter, and Alia's Mission: Saving the Books of Iraq by Mark Alan Stamaty, tell … Continue reading
Information on Islam
This simple webpage offers basic information on Islam and answers general history questions covering topics such as the founder, beliefs, traditions, festivals and the annual calendar.
‘Extra Credit’ book study guide
This resource offers a study guide to the book, 'Extra Credit', by Andrew Clements. The book is about a girl who needs extra credit for school and starts a penpal relationship with a boy from Afghanistan. The guide covers various … Continue reading
Comparative Religious Teachings
This study activity asks students to reflect on similarities and differences between belief systems. Using quotations from translations of religious texts, students are asked to organize these quotations into broad categories of essential concerns. This activity primarily uses the Silk … Continue reading
The World of Islam
This resource is the National Geographic story on Islam, with links to online forums, bibliographies, Muslim organizations, and a digital Quran.
100 Questions About Islam
Current debates about integration, religious freedom and cultural diversity highlight growing levels of tensions between Muslim and non-Muslim communities in the US and Europe—most of which are founded on a lack of information. This video project aims to provide a … Continue reading