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German Cultural Projects for the Classroom
Cultural literacy is as important to a German language classroom as grammar. Knowing and understanding German culture ensures a student's ability to thrive in a German environment, whether they dine at a German restaurant or spend a semester studying abroad. Classroom lectures teach German culture, ...More...
Marathon Tattoo Ideas
Getting a marathon tattoo will forever let people know how proud you are of your achievement.marathon image by Steve Lovegrove from Fotolia.comRunning a marathon is a big achievement, and getting a tattoo to commemorate it is one way to show off your achievement. There are many different......More...
How to Be an Ethnographer
Ethnography is a way of commenting on the world by carefully describing it. While an anthropologist studies a culture from a professional distance, an ethnographer researches (and sometimes analyzes) a culture or community while he participates in it....More...
How to Develop a Migration Narrative
A migration narrative is a story that revolves around the movement or emigration of one person or family from one place to another. Usually there is more to the narrative than simply the issue of emigration. A migration narrative focuses on what its characters are thinking, dreaming or hoping for wh...More...
Why is Gold So Valuable?
Gold is valuable primarily because a lot of people believe it is. Gold's value is a cultural phenomenon. Its price is determined by a complex combination of factors but not necessarily need. Cultures that do not use gold or do not seek it do not value it. Gold is mainly an investment commodity. It i...More...
History of Chinese Folk Dance
The traditional Chinese culture includes folk dances that represent national wisdom, Chinese history, evolution of life and peoples ideas. Oftentimes, you'll see Chinese folk dancing preformed during the Chinese Lunar New Year or their Spring Festival....More...
African American Events in Texas
The state of Texas celebrates African-American culture through a range of events.texas proud image by buckwheat from Fotolia.comAfrican-Americans make up almost 12 percent of the population of the state of Texas, according to the United States Census Bureau. It thus comes as little......More...
History of East African Masks
If you own a legitimate East African mask, you are probably the envy of many a collector. For Westerners, these masks have become coveted items. For the indigenous cultures that created these masks, they are much more. These masks often represent the link between the world they live in and the super...More...
Cook Island Dancing
It can be difficult to pin down just one Cook Islands dance since each of the 15 islands has its own interpretation. But the dances share a common heritage and a sense of sensuality and ferocity not found in many Polynesian counterparts....More...
About the Educational Status of China
An historical and informative overview of China's educational system....More...
Indian Customs About Death
India is a country of many religions, as Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists, Christians, Parsees and others have coexisted there for centuries; however, Hinduism is the largest and most influential religion in India. According to the BBC, more than 80 percent of India's population is Hindu. Am...More...
Fun Facts on Disposable Cups
Disposable paper and plastic cups have became a staple of U.S. culture and of other cultures across the world. The single-use cups were developed as a convenience and as a sanitation measure, and have come into heavy use since. These cups are not without controversy, as there are some concerns about...More...
Symbology of German Medieval Coats of Arms
German symbology is amongst the oldest continuous insignia in the world. The official coat of arms of the Federal Republic of Germany dates from at least the eighth century AD. There are a number of different creatures and symbols that occur repeatedly throughout medieval German heraldry, and can he...More...
Winter Flowers in Australia
Australia's winter flowers typically bloom in July and August.High quality Australian national map with gradient orange. image by Thiru from Fotolia.comVarieties of winter blooming flowers make Australian gardens distinct in color and type. Among the scores of Australia's winter flowers,......More...
Vendors Fairs & Festivals in Texas
Texas is home to various festivals.fair_horse_1 image by allodoxaphobia from Fotolia.comTexas abounds with history and agricultural and ranching experience. As such, the state is home to a range of fairs and festivals that are open to vendors who have unique items to sell. Most of the......More...
What is an Ionic Column?
Amongst the many cultural, political and artistic developments initiated by the Greeks, some of their most momentous accomplishments were in the field of architecture. Their architecture was divided into three main types: Doric, Ionic and Corinthian. There are three different types of architectural ...More...
Evolutionism in Anthropology
In anthropology, evolutionism is the theory that societies develop from simple to more complex organizational forms. This idea of social evolution was very popular during the 19th century, but was widely reviled in the 20th as being racist. Today, evolutionism has taken on broader, more balanced imp...More...
Flowering Plants of Alberta Diseases
Alberta Canada has high-quality agricultural land, a good environment and a favorable climate for growing plants, mainly herbs, spices and medicinal plants. These plants are not immune to disease. Early detection will prevent loss of crops....More...
The Differences Between American & Chinese Campus Culture
U.S. colleges have traditionally ranked among the most popular destinations for students worldwide. According to recent data from the Institute of International Education, Chinese colleges are also beginning to attract large numbers of foreign students. While academic institutions in the U.S. and Ch...More...
How to Make a Native American Pipe
It is well known that many Native American tribes use pipes as part of some rituals. The pipes are handmade specifically for the ritual, and for personal use or decoration. The pipe bowls are made from a reddish stone called pipestone or catlinite. The best catlinite comes from Pipestone National Mo...More...
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