Model UN

Model UN*

Standards

Research: The student conducts and compiles research data, synthesizes findings, and develops opinion paper that reflects the political positions of assigned country.

Expressive Language: Speaking: The student uses a variety of speaking and presentation strategies to persuade others to agree with their interpretation of an issue.

Assessment / Product or Culminating Activity

Culminating Activity:

Participation in state-wide Model UN in Santa Fe at the Round House

Assessment:

Teams judged by professionals in the field of government.

Criteria based rubric used to assess the performance.

Gifted Strands

Interest Development: Enhancement of knowledge in a variety of areas Support of life long learning Development of empathy and respect of other cultures	Leadership: Enhancement of presentation skills Tolerance of divergent and opposing viewpoints Utilization of parliamentary procedure
Self Understanding: Cultivation of educated and involved citizens Development of understanding of global issues that confront world citizens	Interpersonal Skills: Enhancement of listening skills Demonstration of ability to collaborate and compromise Use of frames of reference to develop new perspectives

Activities

Preparation:

Explore geographical locations of countries
Determine how geography may affect opinions on global issues
Develop understanding of other cultures

Development:

Develop understanding of the political arenas as applied to assigned country
Determine why governments interact in a specific manner
Understand how an individual country defines the concept of globalization

Simulation/Role Playing:

Formulate policy statements and amendments concerning global problems
Interact with students from throughout state
Participate in simulation of United Nation’s Security Council
Present persuasive compilation of resolutions