Question
Question
Students will collaboratively brainstorm and formulate open-ended questions about historical and current international relations, using library resources and peer discussions to guide their inquiry and set the foundation for their research phase.
Days 1 - 2
Research
Research
Students will conduct in-depth research on historical international laws, alliances, and conflicts using diverse resources, including library archives and interviews, to gather evidence and perspectives that will inform their understanding and creation of policy briefs, podcasts, or discussions in later phases.
Days 3 - 4
Create
Create
Students will synthesize their research findings to create detailed policy briefs or multimedia presentations that propose innovative solutions to contemporary international relations challenges, preparing these for peer review and feedback before the next phase.
Days 5 - 6
Share
Share
Students will present their historical analyses and policy recommendations through interactive discussions, multimedia presentations, and collaborative feedback sessions with peers and community partners to refine their understanding of international relations and prepare for public exhibitions and reflective activities.
Day 7
Reflect
Reflect
Students will engage in reflective journaling to consider the outcomes of their projects, participate in peer discussions to gather diverse perspectives on what worked and what could be improved, and identify new questions that emerged, preparing insights for a library discussion and refining their presentations for public sharing.
Days 8 - 9
Act/Apply
Act/Apply
Students will synthesize their learning by creating a policy brief, video, or podcast to present their analysis of historical and current international relations, then engage their community by leading a discussion at a local library, demonstrating how they can apply their understanding to real-world contexts.
Day 10
Question
Days 1–2
Day 1
Historical Conference Simulation
Activity
45m
Day 2
Reflection and Debrief
Activity
20m
Introduction to Key Terms
Activity
25m
Research
Days 3–4
Day 3
Research Historical Events
Activity
45m
Day 4
Peer Feedback Session
Activity
20m
Create
Days 5–6
Day 5
Drafting Policy Brief
Activity
45m
Day 6
Finalizing Policy Brief Drafts
Activity
25m
Peer Review Session
Activity
20m
Share
Days 7–7
Day 7
Library Discussion Prep
Activity
25m
Gallery Walk Setup
Activity
20m
Reflect
Days 8–9
Day 8
Reflective Journaling
Activity
20m
Discussion Rehearsal
Activity
25m
Day 9
Finalizing Artifacts
Activity
20m
Self-Reflection & Feedback
Activity
25m
Act/Apply
Days 10–10
Day 10
Library Discussion
Activity
45m
October 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
26
Day 1
Question
Historical Conference Simulation
27
Day 2
Reflection and Debrief
Introduction to Key Terms
28
Day 3
Research
Research Historical Events
29
Day 4
Peer Feedback Session
30
Day 5
Create
Drafting Policy Brief
November 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
2
Day 6
Finalizing Policy Brief Drafts
Peer Review Session
3
Day 7
Share
Library Discussion Prep
Gallery Walk Setup
4
Day 8
Reflect
Reflective Journaling
Discussion Rehearsal
5
Day 9
Finalizing Artifacts
Self-Reflection & Feedback
6
Day 10
Act/Apply
Library Discussion