Introduction Dive into a hands-on simulation that brings the challenges of sharecropping to life. This activity is designed to help students grasp the economic hardships and systemic inequalities that African American farmers and poor white…
Before you begin, please read the following entry document which will provide you with some background information about World War II and rationing. World War II was a global conflict that lasted from 1939 to…
Welcome to an impactful educational activity designed to enhance your understanding of the Holocaust through a unique, personal lens. This five-day activity revolves around creating identification cards for children who were victims of the Holocaust,…
I am constantly looking for new simulations to do in my classroom. I found a great set of simulations to do around diplomacy. They were designed by the new National Museum of Diplomacy. I have…
The César E. Chávez Experience focuses on understanding the Migrant Worker’s Rights Movement of the 1950s and 60s. Different scenarios help the students focus on the different aspects of the movement and its leaders. It…
Reacting to the Past revolutionizes active learning in higher education through its immersive role-playing games. Within these games, students assume distinct character roles, each with unique objectives, and are challenged to effectively communicate, collaborate, and…
The @stack Deliberation Game is a dynamic and engaging activity designed to foster critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills among high school students. By discussing a series of intriguing scenarios or questions, students in small…
Engaging students in a simulation or role-play activity is an excellent way to acquaint them with the challenges of managing limited resources. In this particular activity, students are assigned various government roles and tasked with…
This is a list of simulations I have collected over the last few years. I have not evaluated these in a long time. I will be evaluating them over the next few weeks and cleanup…
The fear of communism is fueled by events in the USA itself, most notably the cases of the Hollywood Ten, Alger Hiss and the Rosenbergs. Organizations such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and…