Single-Class Catalog

ICONS single-class simulations typically involve students from one class or school. The instructor plays the role of the simulation facilitator. The following simulations are available :

Scheduled by instructorBorder Dispute: The Temple of Preah Vihear

Border Dispute: The Temple of Preah VihearCompeting claims to a sacred Buddhist temple site along the border of Thailand and Cambodia fuel a tense dispute between the countries in this negotiation simulation. Representing various stakeholders, students will attempt to resolve the long-standing conflict and keep the two nations from being pulled into a destructive war.
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Scheduled by instructorBorders, Environment, and Trade in the Americas

Borders, Environment, and Trade in the AmericasRepresenting the national governments of countries in North America, South America, and the Caribbean, students in this simulation will debate strategies for addressing the region's security, economic, and environmental problems.
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Scheduled by instructorCrisis in North Korea

Crisis in North KoreaExplore the complexities of negotiating an end to a crisis in an atmosphere of mutual suspicion and mistrust. This simulation places students in the roles of key global leaders as they attempt to determine the cause of a recent explosion in North Korea and de-escalate tensions between parties.
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Scheduled by instructorEuropean Union

European UnionCast as officials from EU member states, students in this simulation examine the overlapping issues of the economy, security and human rights in the European Union and work to develop shared solutions to some of the region's most pressing issues.
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Scheduled by instructorGlobalization and Nigerian Oil

Globalization and Nigerian OilExamine globalization through the case of oil-rich, but debt-burdened, Nigeria. Students play the roles of international, national, and local actors participating in negotiations critical to the future of the Niger River delta region.
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Scheduled by instructorIndia-Pakistan Crisis

India-Pakistan CrisisA wave of terrorist attacks in the capital of New Delhi sparks tensions between India and its neighbor and longtime rival Pakistan in this crisis simulation. Suspicions run rampant as the two countries, along with the UN and the United States, engage in high-pressure negotiations.
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Scheduled by instructorInternational Relations of Africa

International Relations of AfricaThis simulation engages students in addressing the security, economic, and health crises gripping many nations in Africa. Participants play the roles of diplomats from African countries challenged with developing regional solutions to these problems while also struggling to protect national interests.
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Scheduled by instructorInternational Relations of Southeast Asia

International Relations of Southeast AsiaFree trade expansion, security, public health, and environmental concerns are all under negotiation in this regional simulation, which casts students in the roles of diplomats from Southeast Asian countries. Participants must work together to craft agreements addressing critical issues facing the region.
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Scheduled by instructorInternational Whaling Commission

International Whaling CommissionThe member nations of this intergovernmental organization, each with their own position and level of involvement in whaling issues, meet in this simulation to discuss a controversial commercial whaling moratorium. Negotiations focus on whether the current moratorium should continue, although many countries have additional concerns.
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Scheduled by instructorNorthern Ireland: Contested Ground

Northern Ireland: Contested GroundSet in a small town in Northern Ireland, students portray local residents on a committee tasked with determining the location for a new technology training center in town. This simulation challenges students to negotiate in a contentious environment and build community in a region with a long history of religious and political tension.
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Scheduled by instructorPiracy off the Somali Coast

Piracy off the Somali CoastAs pirate activity in the Indian Ocean continues to wreak havoc on the world's shipping industry, this simulation challenges students to participate in tense negotiations on the international response to this growing "business."
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Scheduled by instructorU.S. Senate

U.S. SenateIlluminate the inner workings of committee politics in this simulation which casts students as senators sitting on several committees. Throughout the simulation, students learn about the compromises and considerations necessary to create legislation as they consider, amend, and vote on a variety of bills at the committee level.
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Scheduled by instructorWorld War II and War Crimes

World War II and War CrimesIn this simulation set at the end of the Second World War, students become global leaders tasked with decision-making at a key moment in the 20th century. Together, as the Allied powers, they must decide the appropriate legal framework and penalty structure for the defeated German leadership.
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