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EU Simulation: The European Council

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Discover how government and the European Union works with this interactive activity. Small groups form to represent a country and create a profile. The instructor presents an issue to discuss and potential politicians then develop proposals accordingly. Several handouts facilitate procedures and provide a format for activities. Teacher's lecture not included.

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the european union

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european union, role-play, Simulation, debate issues, science
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Grade
12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
14 days
Instructional Strategies
Collaborative Learning
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