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Schelander, Bjorn – 1998
An overview of Singapore's history and culture is discussed in this learning guide. A study of the history of Singapore, including Temasek to Singapore, the Raffles Years, and the Straits Settlements, is given. Information about the transition of Singapore as a British Colony to the modern independent state of today, and the effects of World War…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Asian History, Asian Studies, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedYee, Sze-Onn – Social Studies, 1996
Presents a fascinating combination of learning activities and instructional materials investigating urban ethnic enclaves in developing countries. Briefly profiles Chinatown, Little India, and the Arab Quarter, ethnic enclaves in Singapore. Activities and discussion questions incorporate geographic, economic, and historical information. (MJP)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Cultural Background, Cultural Pluralism, Culture Contact
