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OverviewModel UN Handbook is a reference tool for sponsors of Model UN and for the delegates of Model UN teams to use at conferences. The book contains all of the basic information that will be necessary to understand not only what happens at the conference, but also how to succeed. The book includes chapters on the UN system, rules of procedure, voting procedure, resolution writing, caucuses, and other chapters that will be highly useful in conference. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Greg HodginPublisher: University Press of America Imprint: Hamilton Books Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 23.20cm Weight: 0.181kg ISBN: 9780761854494ISBN 10: 0761854495 Pages: 104 Publication Date: 14 December 2011 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsChapter 1 List of Tables Chapter 2 Preface Chapter 3 Acknowledgments Chapter 4 1. Model UN at a Glance Chapter 5 2. The History of the United Nations Chapter 6 3. The Structure of the United Nations Chapter 7 4. Position Papers Chapter 8 5. Rules of Procedure Chapter 9 6. How to Run a Committee Chapter 10 7. Public Speaking Chapter 11 8. Resolutions Chapter 12 9. Voting Procedure Chapter 13 10. Research Chapter 14 Appendix A: United Nations Charter Chapter 15 Appendix B: International Court of Justice Satute Chapter 16 Appendix C: Universal Declaration of Human Rights Chapter 17 Notes Chapter 18 Index Chapter 19 About the AuthorReviewsHodgin's Model UN Handbook fills a current void in the literature and provides a valuable resource for both Model UN advisors and delegates. Easy to navigate, it contains both understandable introductions to the UN system as well as Model UN. What is most resourceful is the fact that this book will serve as a great resource to the Model UN novice or the experienced delegate who can come back to it year after year to continue to deepen their knowledge on the subject. -- Jill Dawson This is an excellent and invaluable training manual for participation in Model UN conferences at both the high school and collegiate levels. It systematically covers all aspects of preparation, from writing position papers to voting procedure. It is chock full of tips and strategies, which effective teams use at Model UN simulations. The author draws upon his years of experience in all aspects of the Model UN process--delegate, head delegate, committee director, and faculty advisor, to produce a comprehensive and self-contained handbook. All a team needs in addition to this book is training on country background for the country they represent. -- Dr. Rashid Naim Hodgin's Model UN Handbook fills a current void in the literature and provides a valuable resource for both Model UN advisors and delegates. Easy to navigate, it contains both understandable introductions to the UN system as well as Model UN. What is most resourceful is the fact that this book will serve as a great resource to the Model UN novice or the experienced delegate who can come back to it year after year to continue to deepen their knowledge on the subject.--Jill Dawson Hodgin's Model UN Handbook fills a current void in the literature and provides a valuable resource for both Model UN advisors and delegates. Easy to navigate, it contains both understandable introductions to the UN system as well as Model UN. What is most resourceful is the fact that this book will serve as a great resource to the Model UN novice or the experienced delegate who can come back to it year after year to continue to deepen their knowledge on the subject. -- Jill Dawson, executive staff at Southeast Regional Model United Nations and National Model United Nations This is an excellent and invaluable training manual for participation in Model UN conferences at both the high school and collegiate levels. It systematically covers all aspects of preparation, from writing position papers to voting procedure. It is chock full of tips and strategies, which effective teams use at Model UN simulations. The author draws upon his years of experience in all aspects of the Model UN process—delegate, head delegate, committee director, and faculty advisor, to produce a comprehensive and self-contained handbook. All a team needs in addition to this book is training on country background for the country they represent. -- Dr. Rashid Naim, sponsor of Georgia State University's Model United Nations Team Hodgin's Model UN Handbook fills a current void in the literature and provides a valuable resource for both Model UN advisors and delegates. Easy to navigate, it contains both understandable introductions to the UN system as well as Model UN. What is most resourceful is the fact that this book will serve as a great resource to the Model UN novice or the experienced delegate who can come back to it year after year to continue to deepen their knowledge on the subject. -- Jill Dawson, executive staff at Southeast Regional Model United Nations and National Model United Nations This is an excellent and invaluable training manual for participation in Model UN conferences at both the high school and collegiate levels. It systematically covers all aspects of preparation, from writing position papers to voting procedure. It is chock full of tips and strategies, which effective teams use at Model UN simulations. The author draws upon his years of experience in all aspects of the Model UN process--delegate, head delegate, committee director, and faculty advisor, to produce a comprehensive and self-contained handbook. All a team needs in addition to this book is training on country background for the country they represent. -- Dr. Rashid Naim, sponsor of Georgia State University's Model United Nations Team Author InformationGreg Hodgin is currently pursuing a PhD in political science, specializing in international relations. He is the founder and executive director of Tomorrow's Peacekeepers Today, a non-profit organization committed to merging international peace and security with human rights. Hodgin has participated in Model UN since 1994. He has launched the program at an Atlanta high school and Georgia State University and led the GSU team to Nationals. In his fifteen years in the program, he has never lost at conference. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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