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1. Nature and characteristics of discrimination
The USA emerged from World War Two as a superpower - the most prosperous and powerful country in the world. It has proved itself victorious over fascism and had stood for freedom and democracy in its...
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6. Post Soviet Russia to 2000
↵ Here are different activities that you can do for the final part of Section 16 which focus on the the tumultuous post-Soviet era and the policies of Yeltsin. You will explore the impact of Yeltsin's...
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4. Second World War: Causes of war in Asia Part II
This page contains ATL activities to help students explore the short-term causes of the Second World War in Asia. There is much overlap here with PS3 Move to Global War and so this page will refer to...
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2. Arab-Israeli conflicts, 1956 to 1973
This page examines the causes and consequences of the military conflicts that took place between Israel and the Arab states in 1956, 1967 and 1973. Guiding questions: What were the causes and consequences...
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2. Foreign policy of Kaiser Wilhelm II
In 1888, the young and ambitious Wilhelm II came to the throne in Germany, and Bismarck was replaced as Chancellor by Leo von Caprivi in 1890. Kaiser Wilhelm II and Caprivi took German foreign policy...
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August Blog (Part 2): Back to School Free
We hope that those of you returning to school in August after the long vacation have had a restful time! If you are teaching first year IB History students, don't forget that we have an introductory section...
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4. Vietnam War: Videos and activities
On this page you will find some suggestions and links to videos that can be used as well as teacher notes with suggestions as to how the videos can be used with students. Questions for some of the videos...
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a. Effects of the Second World War in Europe
At the end of the war, much of Europe lay in ruins; the war had also taken a huge toll in both military and civilian lives. Millions were also displaced through the actions of Hitler and Stalin. Guiding...
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August Blog: The Helsinki Accords 50 years on Free
‘[The OSCE’s] vision of a peaceful, cooperative Europe whose governments respect the international rule of law and protect human rights has not survived the test of time. But, in the spirit of the original...
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Extended Essay: Applying the criteria (last examination 2026)
This section covers the criteria and sample essays for the existing EE rubric; the last essays for this rubric will be 2026. It is important for your students to get to see the criteria at the start of...