Change in the Mountains

Subject:

Humanities, Social Sciences

Institution Name:

UNC University Library

Collection:

Stories of the American South

Grade Level:

Primary, Secondary

Abstract:

The Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina rise abruptly from the Piedmont, the state's central plateau, and include the ranges of the Balsam, Black, Blue Ridge, Great Smoky, and Nantahala Mountains. The region is home to several of the highest peaks east of the Mississippi River. The rugged geography of these mountains delayed the arrival of European settlers to the area, slowed the pace of development, and for many years preserved a distinct regional culture.

While development and change were slow in coming to the Mountain Region, the last half a century has seen a surge in both. This site focuses on the story of Madison County, North Carolina. Listen to members of the community candidly discuss tradition, growth, loss, and balance as you experience the story of change in the North Carolina mountains.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Activities and Labs, Audio Lectures, Curriculum Standards, Lesson Plans

Media Format:

Audio, Graphics/Photos, Text/HTML

Curriculum Standards:

North Carolina Standard Course of Study

Conditions of Use:

Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0