Design Cycle – MUN

/ / Published in Secondary Academic Highlights 2019

Design Cycle – MUN

In MUN Design, students participated in a Mock Trial that simulated the International Criminal Court on May 13th. During their first week, students researched a specific country and controversial leader and examined arguments in favour and against putting the leader on trial. During their second and third week, students were divided into three groups: Prosecutors, Defence, and Witnesses. The Prosecutors and Defence had to prepare an opening statement and a detailed written and oral presentation that outlined their main arguments. The Witnesses took upon the role of real people who are associated with the country and whose statements served to remind the class that the facts and figures that we analyse are not abstract, but directly impact the lives of human beings today. 

During their fourth and final week, students wore formal clothes and carried out their arguments and witness statements on May 13th. Ms. Smith represented the Chair of the Trial to ensure that all procedures flowed according to plan and Mr. Parfait, Mr. Horton, and Ms. Yoko were invited in to act as the Judges to deliver their final verdict. This was an intense month for our students as their public speaking, research, debating, and rebutting skills were tested under a time pressured environment. We are extremely proud of our students who participated in BIS’s first Mock Trial and we greatly look forward to the next case!

 

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