What if your student didn’t just learn about global issues… but had to respond to them?

In this highly interactive course, students step into the role of global leaders and experience how international decisions are actually made.

Using simulations developed by the Council on Foreign Relations, students engage in diplomacy, navigate conflict, and wrestle with the kinds of ethical decisions governments face every day.

This isn’t a lecture-based class. It’s a leadership experience.

What Students Will Learn

• How global decisions are made through diplomacy and negotiation
• How to analyze international conflicts and competing interests
• How to evaluate ethical dilemmas in foreign policy
• Public speaking and persuasive communication skills
• How to engage in civil discourse in complex situations
• Key concepts in international relations

How the Course Works

Sample Topics & Simulations

• Nuclear Negotiations and Global Security
• South China Sea Disputes and Sovereignty
• Climate Change and International Cooperation
• Cybersecurity and Global Threats
• Economic Sanctions and Trade Conflicts
• Intelligence, Privacy, and National Security

Course Details

Weekly Expectations

Students complete light preparation before class, such as short readings, videos, or guiding questions.

After class, they submit brief reflections to reinforce learning and support grading.

Grading

Grading is simple and designed for homeschool recordkeeping.

• Participation in simulations and discussions
• Completion of short reflection assignments
• Final reflection or position paper

Who This Course Is For

• Students who enjoy discussion-based learning
• Teens interested in government, law, or global affairs
• Students ready to build leadership and communication skills
• College-bound learners who need strong discussion and analysis skills

No prior experience is required.

Instructor

Natalie Mack is a homeschool educator with over 20 years of experience, a national speaker, and a subject matter expert in military homeschooling.

She has taught courses in ethics, civil discourse, and global affairs, helping students learn how to think clearly and engage thoughtfully with the world.