Communities / Global Connections
 
GlobalEd is an education resource for students and teachers. This site contains information about various Global Issues such as Health, or the Environment, as well as profiles of Countries assisted by Australian funding Global Connections weblinks from "Educate" archived resources
Infoplease Each Country Profile provides information  on : Geography · Maps · Flag · History · Current ruler · Area · Population · Capital · Largest cities · Languages · Ethnicity/race · Religion · Literacy rate . Economy · Government Global Challenges Infoquest
recognise spatial patterns of poverty and wealth,
understand the implications and make predictions about population growth, discuss and express opinions on influences of developments,
successfully complete and research these tasks using a variety of resources
The 1999 National Geographic Atlas of the World recognizes191 independent nations.   profiled in the Atlas. In each entry you’ll find key geographic,  demographic, and economic data as well  as a brief overview. Global Connections   Webquest
You are a member of a District Committee which has raised $20,000 for overseas aid.
Your task is to research three worthwhile aid projects.
Online Worksheet - Global Connections
Lake Munmorah Public School 
InfoNation is an easy-to-use, two-step database that  allows you to view and compare the most up-to-date statistical data for the Member States of the United Nations
what is trade
 
"Introduction to International Trade" packet, specifically geared for students in Second and Third grade. 


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 Last modified October 15, 2003