Oman: Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman - Distance Learning
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This is a no prep activity for teaching history and social studies!
"The property includes five aflaj irrigation systems and is representative of some 3,000 such systems still in use in Oman. The origins of this system of irrigation may date back to AD 500, but archaeological evidence suggests that irrigation systems existed in this extremely arid area as early as 2500 BC. Using gravity, water is channelled from underground sources or springs to support agriculture and domestic use. The fair and effective management and sharing of water in villages and towns is still underpinned by mutual dependence and communal values and guided by astronomical observations. Numerous watchtowers built to defend the water systems form part of the site reflecting the historic dependence of communities on the aflaj system. Threatened by falling level of the underground water table, the aflaj represent an exceptionally well-preserved form of land use." UNESCO
Format:
- Three-page guide (cover page, map, guided research page, and reflection questions)
- Fillable PDF for digital classroom or for easy printing
- Embedded research link for quick student access
Students will take about 30 minutes to complete the research and reflection questions in this guide.
Suggested teaching methods:
- Allow students to choose from World Heritage sites to research and reflect on in small groups. You can view my other guides in the bundle.
- Have students research and present on sites to peers, then fill out research questions based on their peers’ presentations.
- After presenting on the site, use reflection questions as “do now” questions.
- Use as a lesson plan for a substitute, as students will be able to use the guide independently.
- Use as homework following a different lesson or other UNESCO World Heritage Site research guide.
Desired Student Outcomes:
- Students will learn about the geographic region
- Students will be able to explain the UNESCO World Heritage Site classification.
- Students will be able to articulate why this site is considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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