United Nations

This 15 minute video and accompanying 21 page book acquaints both teachers and students to the inner workings of the Model United Nations. It offers actual footage from international Model United Nations in Moscow, Washington and New York.

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This set of book and video is a brief introduction to the Model United Nations experience. It presents an overview of the United Nations system and how the Model United Nations relates to the Organization. Teachers are walked through ways on how to prepare, role-play and evaluate the experience. Important information on materials and resources are also listed.