ED 488 Issues in Education

Use this source to locate the following information about countries around the world: geography, people, economy, communication, transportation, military, transnational issues, and government. Government information includes constitutions, national holidays, political parties and leaders, and more.

Great for learning about recent events in a country's history, the names of government officials, as well as details about the relationship between each country and the U.S.

Use this page to locate the websites and contact information for the U.S. Embassy in other countries (U.S. State Department).

"A description and analysis of the historical setting and the social, economic, political, and national security systems and institutions of countries throughout the world" (from the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress).

Access information and resources regarding peace and security, development, human rights, humanitarian efforts, and international law.

According to their website, "UNESCO works to create the conditions for dialogue among civilizations, cultures and peoples, based upon respect for commonly shared values."

An organization dedicated to promoting the rights of children and making their lives better, including providing immunizations and promoting education. UNICEF has offices in many countries.