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Subject: DiscoverySchool.com NEWS: Mar. 17, 2004
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Date: Wed, 17 Mar 2004 12:05:27 -0500

DiscoverySchool.com Newsletter
Teacher-to-Teacher - Fresh ideas to enhance learning
March 17, 2004

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THEME OF THE WEEK: IRISH HISTORY
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** ACTIVITY OF THE WEEK **
A Force of Change

Throughout history, natural disasters have been a force of change in many 
civilizations. Students can be divided into pairs or small groups to research 
some of these disasters: 1. the Potato Famine in Ireland, including the cause 
and effect of such a disaster on a country and its people. 2. the Black Death, 
including the cause and effect of the bubonic plague across Europe. The 
negative effects should be obvious, but is it possible that there were any 
positive outcomes from such natural disasters?

A concluding activity could involve a discussion of today's world, with 
predictions of current diseases and environmental conditions that might lead to 
disastrous situations. (e.g. AIDS, SARS, Mad Cow disease, global warming).

Edited by Contributing National Faculty Teacher: Pam Thomas
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Forced to Flee: Famine & Plague VHS
Learn more about the Irish Potato Famine and the Black Death in Forced to Flee: 
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ON CABLE IN THE CLASSROOM
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** NEXT WEEK ON ASSIGNMENT DISCOVERY **
Assignment Discovery airs weekdays at 9 a.m. ET/PT, 8 a.m. CT, and 10 a.m. MT 
on the Discovery Channel.
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CIVILIZATIONS IN CONFLICT THEME WEEK
http://school.discovery.com/ontv/themes/s2004_civconflict.html

Disease, conquering neighbors, internal strife -- these and other hardships 
have changed the course of history. See how the bubonic plague helped bring an 
end to feudalism in medieval Europe; explore the role Western imperialism 
played in the demise of China's last dynasty and the destruction of African 
tribal culture; and examine the centuries-old religious struggles for the Holy 
Land.
Airs: Weeks of 3/22/04, 4/26/04, 5/31/04, 7/5/04

Monday 3/22/04
FORCED TO FLEE: FAMINE AND PLAGUE
Throughout history, natural disasters have been a force of change in many 
civilizations. While devastating to millions of people, these disasters led to 
developments that benefited future generations. Segments cover events in 
Ireland and across Europe.
  * The Potato Famine: Documents a disastrous crop fungus that resulted in 
widespread famine and compelled many Irish immigrants to settle in America.
* The Black Death: Examines how the bubonic plague helped bring an end to 
feudalism in medieval Europe.
Airs: 3/22/04, 4/26/04, 5/31/04, 7/5/04


Tuesday 3/23/04
WHEN CIVILIZATIONS END
What factors lead to the downfall of a great civilization? Students will find 
commonalities and differences in the ways civilizations met their ends. 
Segments address former empires in China, Peru, and Africa.
* The Forbidden City: Reveals the secret world of Forbidden City, where China's 
last dynasty met its demise.
* The Mummies Of Peru: Uncovers burial artifacts that hold a wealth of 
information about the Chiribaya Indians.
* Zimbabwe: Lost City Of Africa: Describes the shock of 19th-century Europeans 
when they learned that master masons in Africa had built a great urban center.
* The Scramble for African Colonies: Analyzes Joseph Conrad's novel Heart of 
Darkness for its portrayal of the European imperialism that helped destroy 
African tribal culture.
Airs: 3/23/04, 4/27/04, 6/1/04, 7/6/04


Wednesday 3/24/04
SLAVERY, SOCIETY, AND APARTHEID
This program discusses the tragic circumstances suffered by Africans as a 
result of slavery in the Americas and legislation in their own homeland. 
Historical archives and modern-day accounts combine to create this compelling 
and memorable study. Segments span four centuries of hardship and hope.
* Slave Revolts: Recounts how a group of slaves revolted against their captors.
* Atlantic Slave Trade: Chronicles the tragedy of more than 11 million men and 
women who were forcibly taken from Africa to work on plantations in the 
Americas.
* Apartheid Takes Hold: Documents the onset of this oppressive policy in South 
Africa.
* The End Of Apartheid: Portrays the people and events that brought about the 
demise of apartheid.
Airs: 3/24/04, 4/28/04, 6/2/04, 7/7/04


Thursday 3/25/04
LEGACY OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE
Learn about the empire that ruled much of the known world in its time.
Segments trace Rome's growth, downfall, and legacy. This program gives students 
insight into the history, geography, and politics of the Roman Empire.
* The Rise of Ancient Rome: Surveys the empire's expansion as a result of the 
military conquests of its leaders.
* Letters From the Front: Uncovers long-buried correspondence that reveals the 
life of Roman soldiers far from home.
* Ancient Rome's Decline: Chronicles the invasion and demise of the 
once-invincible empire.
* Inside Byzantium: Portrays how the Byzantine Empire kept the ingenuity and 
culture of ancient Rome alive.
Airs: 3/25/04, 4/29/04, 6/3/04, 7/8/04


Friday 3/26/04
ISLAM: HISTORY, SOCIETY AND CIVILIZATION
Segments cover past and present-day philosophies, practices, and events that 
define Islam. This balanced program encourages students to consider how 
different interpretations of religion can affect government, culture, and 
individual lives.
* The History and Teachings of Islam: Surveys the religion practiced by more 
than a billion Muslims worldwide.
* Suleiman, Magnificent Leader: Introduces the progressive Muslim ruler who 
helped make his empire the richest in the world and left a legacy of art, 
architecture, and social reforms.
* The Crusades: Chronicles how European Christians in the 11th, 12th, and 13th 
centuries battled Muslims to recover the Holy Land.
* Afghanistan, 12 Years Of Violence: Discusses how the rigid rule of the 
Taliban brutally oppressed the people of Afghanistan.
Airs: 3/26/04, 4/30/04, 6/4/04, 7/9/04



** NEXT WEEK ON TLC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL **
TLC Elementary School airs every Friday at 6:00 a.m. ET/PT, 5:00 a.m. CT, and 
4:00 a.m. MT on TLC.
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Friday 3/26/04:
THE ANCIENT WORLD
Students investigate long-ago civilizations in India, the Mediterranean region, 
and parts of Africa. Segments include:
* The First Great Migration: Follows the path of early humans who spread out 
from prehistoric Africa to populate the world.
* Petra: Secrets of the Red City: Visits a citadel located in present-day 
Jordan and portrays the people who carved it out of a canyon's red walls.
* The Maurya Elephant Army: Re-creates a battle between empires in ancient 
India, in which elephants played an important role.
* Spartan Warriors: Takes students to ancient Sparta to study the lifestyle of 
its soldiers and their crucial role in the city-state's rise.
Airs: 3/26/04, 5/21/04

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