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WIDE ANGLE's documentaries and Web episodes are valuable resources for teachers and students. The WIDE ANGLE Global Classroom offers lesson plans and activities for middle school and high school teachers. Most WIDE ANGLE episodes may be purchased for educational and non-theatric use, and occasionally for home video use from Films Media Group.

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Gang Violence from L.A. to El Salvador
In this lesson, students will look at the harsh realities of gang life, the impact of gang life on El Salvador society, and what is and isn't being done to resolve the issue.
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Chemical and Biological Warfare
In this lesson, students explore the theme of conflict while examining Iraq's use of biological and chemical weapons against the Kurdish people.
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Divided Peninsula: Six Decades of Military and Political Tension in Korea
This lesson provides a framework for discussion of Korea to help students understand the history of a divided nation and become more knowledgeable in their analysis of current news issues. find out more

Violent and Non-Violent Responses to Conflict
Students explore some of the different perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and examine examples of violent and non-violent responses to that conflict. find out more

economics

The Celtic Mouse That Roared
Examine the various ways economic transformation can bring about cultural and social changes. Students will study the example of the Republic of Ireland, dubbed a tiger economy due to the country's economic boom. find out more

The Effects of Globalization
Use this lesson to explore the theme of economics. Students investigate the impact of the World Trade Organization in developing countries.
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Conflict, Economics, and Public Health
This lesson is designed to help students understand dynamics common to many contemporary armed conflicts by focusing on the link between economics, conflict, and public health in Angola. find out more

Rwanda: A Nation Recovering and Rebuilding
Students will learn about the history of Rwanda and the genocide that killed 800,000 men, women, and children. find out more

Something's Fishy in Scotland
Explore the plight of fishing families in Scotland by researching the impact of the European Union's fishing policies on the social/personal, environmental, economic, and political realities of a small community. find out more

The Pickle Business:
The Ups and Downs of an Entrepreneurial Business Venture

Explore entrepreneurial business ventures and learn more about women's cooperative businesses around the world. find out more

human rights

Accountability for Human Rights Violations
This lesson plan provides an opportunity to explore human rights violations and international courts of law. Students focus primarily on the case study of Slobodan Miloseviç's regime. find out more

Human Rights Basics
In order to help children explore those issues that are specific to themselves and to children's/human rights, one must first explore the basic similarities and common needs of all people. find out more

Exploring Freedom of Expression
In order to understand what freedom of expression is, students first need to be able to define expression and recognize its various forms. find out more

power & politics

Are All Children at the Same Starting Gate?
In this lesson, students get a glimpse of education's status, role, and impact in developing and developed nations; explore the factors that impede schooling; examine efforts to ensure universal access to education; and undertake a project that supports these efforts. find out more

China's Rule of Law: Changing with the Times?
Students identify and analyze the positive and negative effects of China's changing legal system. They examine the nation's rule of law to determine its improvement potential and build on their findings to design a program to promote a just and efficient legal system in China. find out more

Boxing in Cuba
In this lesson, students examine the connection between boxing and Cuban society, as well as explore boxing's lure and influence. find out more

Exploring the Progress in Achieved Education for All Children
In this lesson, students will learn about the World Declaration of Education for All and the progress that has been made. They will profile one of the seven children in the film and learn more about their native country and region. find out more

Violence As A Means of Resistance
Use this lesson plan to explore the theme of power & politics. Students examine the use of violence in struggles against perceived oppression, as in the conflict between Chechnya and Russia. find out more

Teach Your Children Well:
Examining the Connection Between Education and Power

Students will explore the reasons for receiving an education, probe the connection between education and power, and examine the educational systems of Japan and India. find out more

Surviving the Sahara: The Sahrawi People Living in Exile
Students will learn about a group of people and their desire to return to their homeland, many of whom have been refugees for nearly 30 years. find out more

religion & culture

The Growth of Business and the Rise of Conservative Islam in Turkey
In this lesson, students will view the film "Turkey's Tigers," as well as explore these topics of religion and economy more closely through using articles and information available on the Internet. find out more

Religious Conflict
In this lesson plan, students consider the theme of religion and culture as they learn about Hindu-Muslim conflict in the province of Gujarat, India.
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Suppression or Liberation: Islam, Hijab, and Modern Society
Students will explore basic beliefs and practices of Islam and examine the different views of women's modesty and hijab among Muslims and in modern society. find out more

Examining Patriarchal and Matriarchal Society and Culture
This lesson provides students with an opportunity to explore different perspectives regarding Patriarchal and Matriarchal cultures. find out more

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