All the Worlds a Stage is an outstanding contribution to pedagogy in general and the use of simulation in particular for the field of International Relations. This fascinating new book uses a theater-based metaphor to communicate principles and approaches for carrying out simulations. The volume is distinguished by its creative yet also practical approach. Instructors and students alike will find the case studies, which focus on preparation and teamwork, to be very enlightening. The study makes excellent use of historical cases such as Munich 1938 while also maintaining a clear connection to contemporary issues in world politics. All the Worlds a Stage is essential reading for scholars with interests in active learning, along with those in the field at a more general level, because of its clear and effective presentation of the most pressing issues in the field.
Patrick James, University of Southern California
From one of academias most experienced designers and implementers of role-playing simulations in higher education comes this innovative and lively book for educators and students alike. All the Worlds a Stage is accessible and applicable to faculty and students, providing a unique insight into how simulations are created to advance knowledge and understanding of the real world of international politics. Anyone in higher education wishing to create simulations for their classrooms should have this book, where they are not only given clear instructions, theoretical underpinnings, and invaluable insights on role-playing simulations, but a handbook for creating their own and involving students in the process.
Mary Jane Parmentier, Arizona State University
In this brilliant book, Ben-Yehuda brings the readers to a world stage, sharing her long-lasting experience in using simulations as a teaching tool. The pedagogical value of active learning processes the management of an international political crisis by playing the roles of states, nonstate actors and media is nowadays recognized by instructors from various universities. Enriched with tables, case studies and anecdotes, this book is a must-read for those concerned with making their courses more attractive and an essential textbook for students interested in learning by doing. Becoming active learners is a practice which, once adopted, will never be abandoned.
Daniela Irrera, University of Catania
This book is a must for amplifying student engagement and learning in political science and international studies classrooms. The author, a recognized expert on simulations, takes us inside the simulation process and highlights critical success factors. Three key, in-depth case studies bring to life the power (and fun) of simulations both for professors and students.
Nanette Levinson, American University
All the Worlds a Stage
Classroom role-playing simulations bring the drama of politics to life and enrich traditional learning by plunging students into the midst of historical or current events. Ben-Yehuda gives students and instructors the resources and confidence to embark on a careful enactment of scenarios that will inspire enthusiasm in participants and stick in the memory long after the curtain falls. The book includes in-depth discussions of three possible theatrical simulations: appeasement in 1938 Munich, the regional turmoil following the 1947 UN Palestine Partition decision, and the Syrian civil war and ongoing global confrontation with ISIS. It is appropriate for students in global studies courses at all levels.
Hemda Ben-Yehuda teaches in the Department of Political Studies at Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan, Israel. She is an authority on simulation methods, the study of crisis and the ArabIsraeli conflict.
International Studies Intensives
Series Editors: Shareen Hertel and Michael J. Butler
Series Advisory Board
Robin Broad, American University
A. Cooper Drury, University of Missouri
Natalie Hudson, University of Dayton
Mahmood Monshipouri, San Francisco State University
Javier Morales-Ortiz, Baldwin Wallace University
Anna Ohanyan, Stonehill College
Series Description
International Studies Intensives (ISI) is a book series that springs from the desire to keep students engaged in the world around them. ISI books are meant to offer an intensive introduction to subjects often left out of the curriculum. Our authors are from a range of disciplines and employ many different methodological approaches to teaching about international issues. Yet each and every ISI book packs a wealth of information into a small space, and does so in ways that students find compelling and instructors find useful. ISI books are relatively short, visually attractive, and affordably priced. Examination/inspection copies for course adoption may be requested from the web page of any book in the series. Book proposals for the series should be directed to the co-editors:
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All the Worlds a Stage
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Hemda Ben-Yehuda
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Names: Ben-Yehuda, Hemda, 1954 author.
Title: All the worlds a stage: the theater of political simulations / Hemda Ben-Yehuda.
