1. Foreign Policy Missy LaCroix Annie Caldwell

2.  Name  School  How long have you been teaching?  If you attended the last session – what did you get out of it?  What do you hope to get out of the session today?

3.  TWBAT review the correlation between the Core Learning Goals and the H.S.A. for the Foreign Policy topics in the Public Policy Unit.  TWBAT determine best practices for teaching Foreign Policy topics from the Public Policy Unit.

4.  Welcome and Introductions  Foreign Policy and the VSC  Foreign Policy Goals and the VSC  Foreign Policy Goals Review  Foreign Policy Political Cartoons  Foreign Policy Goals and Current Events  Foreign Policy Tools and the VSC  Foreign Policy Tools Review  Foreign Policy Continuum Activity  International Organizations and the VSC  International Organizations Poster Activity  Foreign Policy Goals and Tools Scenario Practice  Session Debrief  Questions/Reflections and Evaluation

5.  Using the map provided identify as many people, landmarks, products, etc. that you recognize.  3 minutes

6.  Foreign Policy is the strategies and goals that guide a nation’s relations with other countries.

8.  2.0 CONTENT STANDARD: PEOPLES OF THE NATION AND WORLD – Students will understand the diversity and commonality, human interdependence, and global cooperation of the people of Maryland, the United States and the World through both a multicultural and historic perspective.  CLG Expectation 2.1 - The student will evaluate the interdependent relationship of United States politics and government to world affairs.  B - Cultural Diffusion: Foreign Policy  2.1.1 - The student will analyze economic, political, social issues and their effect on foreign policies of the United States.  Assessment Limits: Policies of United States government that promote or fail to promote relationships with other countries include: national defense (military), arms control, and security of other nations, trade, human rights, economic sanctions, and foreign aid. Contemporary concerns which affect international relationships including: national security, economic well-being, the spread of democracy, developing nations, weapons of mass destruction, terrorism, and global economic conditions.

9. A. Explain how the executive develops and implements foreign policy, such as executive agreements, the appointment of foreign ambassadors and the creation of treaties B. Evaluate how policies of the executive affect relationships with other countries including alliances for national defense, arms control, economic trade, and social programs (Unit 4) C. Analyze isolationism v. interventionism in United States foreign policy D. Evaluate how international issues and interests affect national government policy, such as anti-terrorism policy, protection of human rights and international economic stability E. Examine how foreign aid affects the United States relationships with other countries F. Evaluate the goals of United States foreign policy, such as national security, economic stability, promoting the spread of democracy G. Analyze the effect of trade and trade policy including: free trade agreements, embargoes, tariffs and economic sanctions on relationships with other countries H. Analyze contemporary concerns that affect international relationships and government policies, such as world health, human rights, nation- building, national security and weapons of mass destruction, outsourcing and technology transfer (Unit 6)

10.  2.0 CONTENT STANDARD: PEOPLES OF THE NATION AND WORLD – Students will understand the diversity and commonality, human interdependence, and global cooperation of the people of Maryland, the United States and the World through both a multicultural and historic perspective.  CLG Expectation 2.1 - The student will evaluate the interdependent relationship of United States politics and government to world affairs.  C. Conflict and Compromise  2.1.2 - The student will evaluate the effectiveness of international alliances and organizations from the perspective of the United States.  Assessment Limits: United Nations and other organizations categorized as: Security-North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO); Economic-North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank Humanitarian- International Red Cross Issues of national sovereignty, self-determination, and human rights on U.S. interdependent relationships. Other examples of alliances and organizations in which the United States participates may be used, but information will be provided in the item

11. A. Explain the various roles of the United Nations (UN) such as maintaining international peace, enforcing international law, addressing human rights violations and solving international problems B. Explain the role of the International Federation of the Red Cross and the Red Crescent and other agencies, such as United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the World Health Organization (WHO) in addressing humanitarian issues C. Describe the roles of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank D. Examine the function and purpose of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), the United Nations and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) E. Describe the responsibility of the United States as a member of various international organizations including the United Nations (UN), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and the World Bank (Unit 6)

13.  2.1.1f - Evaluate the goals of United States foreign policy, such as national security, economic stability, promoting the spread of democracy

15. Summarize: Foreign Policy Goal Related Tool T (Time: when was it created?) A (Action: what is going on in the cartoon?) C (Caption: what does the cartoon say? What does it mean?) O (Objects: what familiar objects, symbols, or people do you recognize? Are they exaggerated?) S (Summary: What was the author’s message?)

18. Tag – made in Honduras

20.  Directions: Use the articles provided or the following website (http://www.timeforkids.com/news-archive/all) to identify a current events issue that relates to each of our foreign policy goals.http://www.timeforkids.com/news-archive/all Foreign Policy GoalDescription of Current Event ArticleHow Does This Relate to the Foreign Policy Goal? National Security Economic Prosperity Human Rights World Peace Spread Democratic Governments

21.  Describe two foreign policy goals of the United States and explain their importance.  Select an example from the present or past and explain how the United States tries to meet these goals.  Use details and examples to support your answer. UNITED STATES FOREIGN POLICY GOALS National Security Human Rights World Peace Economic Prosperity Spread of Democracy

23.  2.1.1a - Explain how the executive develops and implements foreign policy, such as executive agreements, the appointment of foreign ambassadors and the creation of treaties.  2.1.1b - Evaluate how policies of the executive affect relationships with other countries including alliances for national defense, arms control, economic trade, and social programs.  2.1.1e - Examine how foreign aid affects the United States relationships with other countries.  2.1.1g - Analyze the effect of trade and trade policy including: free trade agreements, embargoes, tariffs and economic sanctions on relationships with other countries.

24. ToolWays to Meet Foreign Policy Goals Military  Used to defend against foreign aggressors.  Used to discourage aggression. Alliances  Promote peace talks  Promote economic relationships with alliances such as NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement) and CAFTA (Central American Free Trade Agreement).  Promote security, such as the NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) Diplomacy  Communication between nations may help resolve disagreements.  Communication can lead treaties  Summit Meetings bring all the parties involved to a neutral gathering place or assembly. Foreign Aid  Economic Aid o Giving loans or grants to nations in need. o Help developing countries develop an infrastructure (foundation for roads, power, and water.) o Help rebuild after a war or natural disaster.  Humanitarian Aid o Give food, shelter and clothing after a disaster. o Offer counsel for political prisoners and refugees. o Provide medicine and training for health care. Trade Measures  Tariffs and trade regulations.  Embargoes (Prohibit others from trading with a particular nation)  Boycotts (to stop dealing with as a means of protest)  Sanctions (any coercive measures to pressure a nation to comply to something or stop doing something.) Intelligence  Spies can discover information that may be harmful to the.  Knowledge of other countries’ defense plans may help the protect its citizens and infrastructure.

27.  Identify the tool for each historical example.  Place them in order on the continuum

28. Apply each of the key concepts from foreign policy for each scenario.

30.  2.1.2 - The student will evaluate the effectiveness of international alliances and organizations from the perspective of the United States. A. Explain the various roles of the United Nations (UN) such as maintaining international peace, enforcing international law, addressing human rights violations and solving international problems B. Explain the role of the International Federation of the Red Cross and the Red Crescent and other agencies, such as United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the World Health Organization (WHO) in addressing humanitarian issues C. Describe the roles of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank D. Examine the function and purpose of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), the United Nations and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) E. Describe the responsibility of the United States as a member of various international organizations including the United Nations (UN), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and the World Bank (Unit 6)

33. Directions: Your group will be assigned an international organization and you will design a poster that will describe the organization and its mission. Your poster must include the following:  The name of the organization  A symbol that you create and an original slogan  2 main goals of the organization  2 benefits of the organization  An explanation of why the US is a part of the organization Each group will present its poster and will help the class fill in the organization chart. Make sure your presenters are clear on what information they need to give to the class. The presentation is worth ¼ of your group’s total grade. You will be graded upon the following criteria:  Overall appearance (neatness, color, symbol etc.) - 10 pts  Benefits clearly explained - 10 pts  Goals clearly explained - 10 pts  Presentation of information to the class - 10 pts 40 pts total  Be creative and colorful with your poster but make sure you include all of the information that is needed.

34.  Identify the tool for each historical example.  Place them in order on the continuum

35. Apply each of the key concepts from foreign policy for each scenario.

37. Modern Germany Update p. 26. 2 week study tour of Germany during the summer Overview of German politics, culture, and education Available for teachers of social studies (k-12)

38. ALL EXPENSE PAID trip to Germany Covers airline tickets, hotels, 2 meals a day, admission to museums and study tour related fees. Application across all content areas (government, psychology, economics, etc.) Free Resources. Grow Professionally Personal experiences to relate to students

39. Maps Textbooks DVD with Instructional Guide Lesson Plans http://www.goethe.de/ins/us/lp/prj/top/enindex.htm

40.  What major concepts do students need to know about foreign policy for the H.S.A.?  What are some engaging ways that you can teach students about foreign policy?

41.  Feel free to email us with any questions. Annie Caldwell – acaldwell@bcps.orgacaldwell@bcps.org Missy LaCroix – mlacroix@bcps.orgmlacroix@bcps.org