Convene the Council Extension Pack
Lesson Plan
Transform your students’ gameplay into meaningful and memorable learning.You can now download and assign extension pack materials directly from the Convene the…
Overview
Transform your students’ gameplay into meaningful and memorable learning.
You can now download and assign extension pack materials directly from the Convene the Council game page.
The Convene the Council Extension Pack includes activities and a mini quiz that give the game context and reinforce and assess its concepts. Extension Packs include a downloadable teacher lesson plan, assignable student handout, and instructive Google Slides. Google Slides can be used on projectors or interactive whiteboards.
Multilingual and English learners ( ELs/MLs ) and Spanish-speaking students: This game offers a decision-support tool, an English voiceover, a contextualized glossary, and a Spanish-language version.
This game was made in partnership with CFR Education, the educational arm of the Council on Foreign Relations, with support from The Peter G. Peterson Fund – New York Community Trust.
Grade Levels
- 6-8
- 9-12
Learning Objectives
- Explain the basics of foreign policy-making in the United States
- Evaluate the effectiveness of various foreign policy options in a variety of situations
- Distinguish among foreign policy tools such as aid, sanctions, and military force
- Evaluate the potential effect of economic, military, and cultural influence on other countries