Curriculum Features
The curriculum also comes electronically on a DVD Rom with the lecture notes in PDF format and HD audio MP3 files that can be transferred to an iPod or other music device.
Model National Security Council Program The model National Security Council program provides an educational activity that fosters student participation in collaborative analysis and problem solving as it relates to dealing with current international affairs. The programs prompts students to study international news and developments that enables them to engage in group analysis of problems and the building of consensus based decision making and problem solving. The model NSC program enables students of modern history, international affairs and economics to analyze the different policy options that should be considered and the long-term implications of those choices. It enables the student to develop critical thinking and communications skills through a highly engaging participatory learning environment. Rather than receiving typical lecture based instruction, students are guided to analyze credible and authoritative information regarding unfolding international events that will enable them to collaborate and deliberate in a team setting. The model NSC offers the students the ability to develop leadership skills through research, problem solving, logical analysis, and collaborative decision making on a variety of issues pertaining to foreign policy, global development, economics, terrorism, and human rights. The program features a set of collaborative projects and exercises focused on the development of U.S. foreign policy in the 21st century, including:
International Affairs & Statesmanship
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