Resources
Mine-Killing Robot
http://www.decaturdaily.com/stories/Cultivating-a-workforce,113997
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) demonstrates the capabilities of the M160. The M160 is a robotic mine clearing system used by the Army. The M160 is being developed and tested at the Alabama Robotics Technology Park in south Limestone County where Calhoun Community College students assist SAIC to run required tasks and tests.
CHAMPS Kids
http://www.champskids.org/
CHAMPS Kids is a program of the Marshall Legacy Institute. This website is geared towards children against land mining. CHAMPS kids from across America get together to raise awareness and money to sponsor landmine dogs that help to detect land mines. This site provides land mine information, a quiz, photos, video, a survivor story, and information on how to sponsor a landmine dog.
Students for Mine-Free World
http://www.perfectevolutionstudios.com/archived/sfamfw/index.php
This website provides information that can be used to inform college students about the basics of worldwide land-mine issues. It also includes treaty and map information.
Canadian Landmine Foundation (CLMF)
http://canadianlandmine.org/
The Canadian Landmine Foundation is a registered charity with a mission to raise awareness and funds to end human and economic suffering caused by anti-personnel landmines.
James Madison University (JMU) Mine Action Information Center
http://maic.jmu.edu/research/primer/index.htm
Supported by the Mine Action Information Center at James Madison University, this website includes an eBook called “Landmines 101” that introduces the challenges posed by landmines and what is being done to eradicate them. The site includes an “Educator’s Corner”, which includes information on how to teach others about landmine issues. This site offers several ideas, activities, projects, and resources designed for K - 12 and for higher education. There is also information on how to get involved, either individually or in a group.
United Nations Association in Canada
http://unac.org/resources/educational-resources/
UNA-Canada is a national non-profit organization promoting UN programs and activities within Canada. This site provides land mine lessons and case studies and includes a teacher’s guide and student manual.
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