GUIDING+ACTIVITY+-+The+Turkish+Presence+in+Germany

Using a variety of on-line resources, students will learn why there is a Turkish presence in Germany, and how it has impacted German culture.

 * Resources**

[] This Migration Information Source page gives an overview of the immigration of people that has occured within Germany throughout its history.

@http://www.v-g-t.de/english/brd/module/m3/u3.htm This link designates a lesson that was created for students to learn about, and understand the factors that have influence immigration in Germany. It also provides a number of links that lead to a greater understanding for students. This Migration Information Source page gives an overview of the immigration of people that has occured within Germany throughout its history.

[] This article by Rob Broomby, was written in 2001. Although it is not a recent article, it does offer insight into the life of the Turkish immigrants in Germany. By profiling one Turkish immigrant, the article explains the dilemmas the Turkish face, as well as the laws regarding citizenship in Germany.

@http://hnn.us/articles/12640.html In the article titled "Germany's Second Doubts About Its Turkish Immigrants, author Aaron Erlich provides an insight into attitudes toward the Turkish population in Germany.

@http://www.thelocal.de/society/20090125-16987.html Another article, this time titled "Study says Turks are Germany's worst integrated immigrants" that relates basic problems concerned with the Turkish population in Germany.

@http://germany.angloinfo.com/countries/germany/food.asp This website describes traditional German cuisine and traditional Turkish cuisine which has had its impact on the German diet.

@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPd6CP8EmQQ&feature=channel A video from Deutsche Welle, this time providing an overview of Multiculturalism in Germany, including vital statistics.

[] This video focuses on the need for integration in Germany. It includes a message from Germany's Chancellor, Angela Merkel, speaking at an Integration Summit, regarding its importance.

@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNQn_hshiMs In this video by Deutsche Welle, students are able to learn about every day life for Turks in Germany.

[] A personal account of a young Turkish man's struggle to adapt to two cultures.