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Book SynopsisThis reference tool for sponsors and delegates of Model UN teams contains information that will be necessary to understand not only what happens at conferences, but also how to succeed. Chapters discuss the UN system, rules, voting procedure, resolution writing, caucuses, and more that will be highly useful in conference.
Trade ReviewHodgin'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
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 Author
