15. Daniel Nicky: Teaching Mesopotamia through music
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Daniel Nicky explains how he uses music to help teach school children about history. His Mesopotamia song has been incredibly successful. How does he do it, and what does it take? His work with youth groups in West Java may offer inspiration for engaging youth in the Middle East.
03:15 origins of the Mesopotamia Song
06:43 why it’s popular
10:00 the Mesopotamia Song
13:41 making the Song
16:22 researching the Song
23:37 plans for the future
27:09 working with youth groups
Mr Nicky's World History Songs
Music by Ruba Hillawi
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