November 21, 2023 By Inly School
Inly School, an independent school committed to innovative and experiential education, proudly announces grade 4–6 students’ participation in the transformative World Peace Game, crafted by visionary educator John Hunter. This immersive experience empowers young minds to explore global dynamics, cultivate critical thinking, and advocate for peace.
Embracing education beyond traditional confines, Inly School immerses students in the World Peace Game, a hands-on political simulation. Students collaborate, strategize, problem-solve, and think critically in a fictitious world on the brink of collapse, laden with political, economic, and environmental challenges.
Roles like Prime Minister, Secretary of State, and Minister of Defense deepen the experience, while global entities such as the United Nations, World Bank, weather events, and arms dealers add layers of complexity. The presence of an unknown saboteur injects an element of uncertainty, intensifying the diplomatic and economic challenges.
The general objectives presented to students include establishing peace for their nation and all nations, increasing prosperity, and solving major economic, social, and military problems. How students achieve these goals is entirely up to them, fostering creativity, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
A key aspect of the World Peace Game is the expectation for the student World Leaders to maintain their official WPG Dossier. This comprehensive document includes a Crisis Report, an explanation of the game, and a reflection journal, ensuring that students engage in thoughtful analysis and reflection throughout the simulation.
“Students take the game and their roles very seriously,” says teacher Amanda Hollenback. “They work together to make meaning out of chaos and learn that there are competing priorities in real world negotiations. Students discover that compromise and communication are key in solving problems.”
Inly School believes in the power of experiential learning to shape well-rounded and socially conscious individuals. By introducing the World Peace Game to its Grade 4–6 students, the school aims to instill a deep understanding of global interconnectedness, empathy, and the importance of fostering peaceful resolutions to conflicts.
For more information about Inly School and its innovative approach to education, please visit www.inlyschool.org.