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Third-party on-site course

Debate and Model United Nations Clubs in Secondary Schools

Simulated debates following EU Debate rules; a Model UN conference solving real-world issues; lessons on how to teach these skills

28.02.2025
Next upcoming session:
13.07.2025 - 19.07.2025
Croatia , Rovinj
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Description

In this practical course, teachers will get hands-on experience with two valuable programs: Debate and Model United Nations (MUN). Participants will learn how each program works, take part in training sessions, and practice key skills in simulations that follow EU Debate rules and a Model UN conference focused on real-world issues. By understanding these methods, teachers will be ready to help students build important skills like critical thinking, public speaking, and diplomacy—abilities that are respected by both universities and employers. This course will give teachers the confidence to set up and lead Debate and MUN clubs in any secondary school.

 

Trainer: Alex Mitchell

Learning objectives

By the end of the course, teachers will be prepared to create engaging, skill-building Debate and MUN programs that prepare students for success in school and beyond.

 


 

Methodology & assessment

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:


- Set up and manage Debate and Model United Nations (MUN) clubs in a secondary school setting.
- Guide students in preparing for structured debates, including teaching them how to develop arguments, speak persuasively, and respond to counterpoints
- Lead MUN simulations that encourage students to engage with real-world issues, fostering global awareness and cultural sensitivity.
- Teach critical thinking by helping students learn to evaluate arguments, analyze information, and consider multiple perspectives.
- Encourage teamwork and leadership by facilitating activities that build collaboration, confidence, and resilience.
- Apply experiential learning techniques, using "learning by doing" and reflection to help students improve and retain skills.
- Equip students with problem-solving frameworks, teaching them to approach complex issues systematically and strategically.

Materials, digital tools & other learning resources

Non-relevant

Certification details

Europass certificate

Learning agreement complement

Course attendance certificate

Pricing, packages and other information

  • Price:
    595
    Euro
  • Course package content:

    Non-relevant

  • Additional information:
    Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
  • Cancellation & changes:

    Non-relevant

  • Additional information:
    The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).

Additional information

  • Language:
    English
  • Target audience ISCED:
    Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
    Other
  • Target audience type:
    Head Teacher / Principal
  • Learning time:
    25 hours or more

Upcoming sessions

  • Starting on 13.07.2025 - Ending on 19.07.2025
    Planned
    in

    Rovinj

    , Croatia

Provider

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