This is the core resource for conducting the UNEA mini-simulation in your classroom. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to introduce students to diplomacy, negotiation, and the work of the United Nations.
What’s inside:
- Introduction to Model UN: What it is, why it matters, and how the UN General Assembly has officially recognised its educational value.
- Learning Outcomes for Students: From global awareness and decision-making to empathy, teamwork, and critical thinking.
- The Simulation Framework: Step-by-step guide to a four-session classroom simulation based on the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA).
- The Topic – Marine Plastic Litter and Microplastics: A timely, real-world issue with multiple perspectives to debate.
- Educator Tools: Ready-to-use scripts, worksheets, session breakdowns, country assignments, negotiation cards, placards, and tips for success.
- Simulation Process: From opening speeches to negotiation, consensus-building, adoption of the resolution, and final reflections.
- Closing & Next Steps: Guidance on connecting this mini-simulation to broader Model UN opportunities and UN resources.