Historical Thinking through Classroom Simulation: 1919 Paris Peace Conference
@article{Pellegrino2012HistoricalTT, title={Historical Thinking through Classroom Simulation: 1919 Paris Peace Conference}, author={A. Pellegrino and C. Lee and Alex d'Erizans}, journal={The Clearing House: A Journal of Educational Strategies, Issues and Ideas}, year={2012}, volume={85}, pages={146 - 152} }
Abstract For almost one hundred years, educators have used model deliberative bodies (e.g., Model United Nations) as a pedagogical tool to teach students about the complexities of diplomatic negotiations. We argue that this type of classroom simulation activity may also serve to illustrate specific historical realities and, more broadly, provide a model of student-centered instruction focused on investigation and decision making. Employed in social studies classrooms, this tool has the… CONTINUE READING
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