Thousands of boat people from a war-torn area of the world are rapidly approaching U.S.shores. Some of the refugees are fleeing political oppression; others are fleeing poverty. None have family or friends in the United States. Some argue that the refugees must be allowed in for humanitarian reasons. Others vehemently protest, saying that the U.S.has no more room. Your students play the role of President of the United States facing a recurring dilemma in U.S.history. Students learn to apply the lessons of the history of U.S. immigration policy. Also part of the American History Pack.

Topics covered:

• History of U.S.Immigration
• Economics
• Illegal Immigration
• Politics

Through role-playing simulations, students learn and apply the lessons of history. They examine fundamental historical and social studies events and ideas, including the crafting of the U.S. Constitution; the expansion of ancient empires; the building of democracy in developing nations; New World colonization; sustaining the environment; handling peer pressure; and more. Employing an authentic 5-step decision-making model (based on one used by national policymakers today), students gather and analyze information, use examples from history to assess options, evaluate possible outcomes, and make decisions. Be prepared for some of the most exciting - and informed - discussions you've ever heard!

MEETS STATE AND NATIONAL STANDARDS
Your students will:

• Understand key historical events and ideas
• Gather and analyze information
• Develop content-area reading skills
• Acquire content-specific vocabulary
• Draw conclusions, make predictions, compare/contrast, and make generalizations
• Understand multiple perspectives and viewpoints
• Test the validity of an assertion by examining the evidence

Product Features :

• 28 student Advisor Briefing Books filled with relevant historical examples
• Over 300 possible decision paths in each title - can be used over and over again!
• 3 modes of use: whole class, multi-team rotation, and single team
• Students can track their decisions and reasoning on-screen
• Save simulation at any time to continue class discussion over 1-3 class periods