Suggestions on how lessons on exploring global interdependence through data can be used in the classroom are provided. (DE)

This simulation game is designed to give the student direct experience in conflict and cooperation. This exercise, a two-person instead of a group game, combines the primary elements of simulations--role-playing with a senario and a game format in which strategies have clear outcomes for the players. (SM)

Data and activities examining the current world food crisis are provided. (DE)

Background information and a role playing activity which examines the conflict over control of the oceans are provided. (DE)

Data and activities examining world environmental pollution are provided. (DE)

Charts and activities designed to compare world military and public expenditures are provided. (DE)

Data and activities examining the sources and uses of energy are included. (DE)

The data for classroom activities in this article are divided into two parts. The first introduces some aspects of population pressures on the earths systems. The second examines the interplay of economic, political, and social systems as they affect population growth. (Author/DE)

The book provides a conceptual framework along with classroom suggestions for secondary social studies teachers dealing with the complex war/peace subjects. The book aims at studying wars as a social phenomenon in a new course, or in combination with interdisciplinary courses. It is divided into four major parts. Part I, Developing an…