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Bridging World History

World History and Identity (#126)

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How have global forces redefined both individual and group identity in the modern world? This unit examines the transnational identity that emerged from the Chinese diaspora, and compares it to a newly redefined national Chechen identity forged through war with Russia. [28 minutes] Closed Captioning

Information For Teachers

Grade Levels
9-12+
Curricular Areas
Social Studies
Series Length
26 episodes
Average Episode Length
28 minutes
Record Rights
Record only; no duplication allowed
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Series Description: Bridging World History, provides a comprehensive introduction that reflects multiple perspectives on the world's pasts. The series constructs a meaningful context that reveals a shared human past, and helps students and teachers develop a global framework that makes the past both relevant and accessible.

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  • People Shape the World (#123)

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    How have global forces redefined both individual and group identity in the modern world? This unit examines the transnational identity that emerged from the Chinese diaspora, and compares it to a... [28 minutes] Closed Captioning

Past Episodes

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