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Iraq in Transition

One Student Asks, "Where are the Activists?"
A New York City student compares the war in Iraq to the Vietnam War and asks where all her fellow activists are.
08.10.05

My Life as a 'Military Brat'
Aldrin Muya is proud to have parents in the armed forces but acknowledges the joys and pains of military life.
02.23.04

Soldier's Death Brings War Home:
The war in Iraq suddenly came home for a student with the death of a soldier who graduated from her school.
12.23.03

Far From Home During War:
A foreign exchange student living in Brazil shares his experiences as an American abroad during a time of war.
04.29.03

Military Women
This student from California argues that woman can and should be on the frontlines.
04.17.03

Proud to Serve
A student born in Israel compares attitudes about service in the military here and there.
04.03.03

Being an Iraqi American
What is it like to be both American and Iraqi? An 18-year-old Iraqi refugee reflects on her experiences in America. 12.06.02

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Lesson PLans

Democracy in the Middle East
Students examine recent Middle East events showcasing citizens practicing democracy, analyze the extent of democracy in these areas, and analyze diverse views of the prospects for democracy in the region.

America's Embassies
Students analyze the role of U.S. embassies around the world as one opens in Baghdad for the first time since 1991.

Rebuilding Iraq
Students apply historical precedents of U.S. nation building to the present situation in Iraq.

New Democracy?
Students analyze whether Iraq has the conditions necessary for democracy to flourish.

Iraq War Lesson Plans

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