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Building Bridges: U.S. Bilateral and Multilateral Relations
In this lesson, students will explore the reasons for bilateral and multilateral diplomatic relations and their importance in advancing America's interests abroad.
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Case Studies in Diplomacy
In this activity, students will analyze a global issue and formulate a diplomatic strategy to address the issue.
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Mapping Diplomacy: U.S. State Department and Geography
In this lesson, students explore the role of the Office of the Geographer and Global Issues (GGI) within the U.S. State Department, gaining insight into how geography is applied to address global challenges.
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The Art of Accord: Crafting Treaties in the 18th Century
Through the treaty writing activity, students will have a deeper appreciation for the complexity of diplomacy and the critical importance of communication, negotiation, and compromise in shaping the course of history.
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Declaration Heard Around the World: Comparing Independence
Students will compare international Declarations of Independence with the U.S. Declaration, noting similarities and differences in content and style.
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How to Pitch an Economy: Global Trade and Commerce in the 18th Century
In this lesson, students will craft and propose an economic plan they believe will best support the growth of the newly independent U.S.
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Creating Commerce: U.S. Foreign Trade in 1783
In this lesson, students will design a proposal aimed at convincing foreign investors to trade with the newly independent U.S.
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Quick Consuls: Collection of Classroom Bell Ringers
Jumpstart class with NMAD’s bell ringer collection, offering quick prompts for reflection, inquiry, and discussion of America’s 250-year diplomatic journey.
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Saigon, 1975: Object Gallery Walk
By engaging with tangible objects, students will develop a deeper understanding of diplomacy's role in international relations.
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Spotlight on Diplomacy
From Saigon to Hanoi
This Spotlight marks 30 years of reestablishing diplomatic relations between the United States and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Diplomacy was central to the "normalization" process and included sensitive talks about war legacies, shared economic and security issues, and addressing human rights.
