GP Peace & Conflict (Thematic study) - Activity Pack

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Value of Activities for an IBDP Global Politics Classroom

This set of activities is designed to provide IBDP Global Politics students with diverse, hands-on learning experiences that deepen their understanding of global conflicts, peacebuilding efforts, and international decision-making. Through simulations, debates, role-plays, and creative projects, students apply theoretical frameworks to real-world scenarios, develop critical thinking skills, and engage with both historical and contemporary political issues. These activities encourage active participation and foster a deeper comprehension of the complexities of global politics, peace, and conflict resolution.

Activity Names and Summations

  1. Analyzing Peace and Conflict in Film
    • Analyze films to understand media's role in shaping perceptions of global conflict and peace.
  2. Conflict Resolution Role-Play
    • Engage in role-play to practice negotiation and mediation skills within complex conflict scenarios.
  3. Peacebuilding Simulation
    • Participate in simulations to negotiate peace agreements, developing critical thinking on peace processes.
  4. UN Security Council Simulation
    • Simulate a UN Security Council meeting to develop resolutions on international conflicts and decision-making.
  5. Analyzing Conflicts: A Study Guide
    • Analyze case studies of conflicts using theoretical frameworks to understand causes, dynamics, and resolutions.
  6. Exploring Peace and Conflict History
    • Create timelines of key peace and conflict events to examine historical contexts and their global impact.
  7. Just War Theory Debate
    • Engage in structured debates on Just War Theory to explore the ethical considerations of warfare.
  8. Exploring Peace and Conflict Literature
    • Review literature to analyze different perspectives and theories related to peace and conflict.
  9. Creating Peacebuilding Proposals
    • Develop and present peacebuilding project proposals for conflict-affected areas, addressing potential challenges and solutions.
  10. ICC Simulation Activity
  • Participate in an ICC simulation to explore international law and justice through mock trials involving global conflicts.
  1. Exploring Peace Through Photography
  • Curate a photography exhibit that explores the human impact of global conflicts and peace efforts through visual storytelling.
  1. Exploring Conflict Mapping Techniques
  • Create visual maps of conflicts to understand the relationships between actors and the complexity of global conflict dynamics.
  1. Guest Speaker Session
  • Engage with a peace activist or conflict resolution expert to gain real-world insights into peacebuilding and conflict resolution efforts.
  1. Engaging with Peace Studies Expert
  • Interact with an academic researcher in peace and conflict studies to explore cutting-edge research and methodologies in the field.
  1. Mapping Global Conflicts Effectively
  • Develop an interactive map of current global conflicts, analyzing their geographic spread, causes, and impacts.
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