Dear Educator,
Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations has long been at the forefront of independent, nonpartisan foreign policy expertise. Throughout this time, the Council has experienced the numerous ways that presidential administrations approach global affairs, making it a trusted source for those seeking to understand changing dynamics.
This Wednesday will mark 100 days of the second Trump presidency, a time in which many executive orders and policy changes have greatly shifted international norms. To keep track of and follow the changes, students must have a fundamental understanding of global affairs.
That’s where CFR Education comes in. In this newsletter, you’ll find resources to help you meet this moment and teach about today’s most pressing global issues, including:
We hope these resources help equip your students with the skills needed to navigate critical turning points in U.S. global engagement. Happy learning, Caroline Netchvolodoff
Vice President, Education Council on Foreign Relations |
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Trump’s economic nationalism has begun to reshape U.S. monetary policy. From universal baseline tariffs to a trade war with China, there has been a decisive shift in the United States’ global economic role.
Help your students understand the basics of trade, how it affects their lives, and what the future holds for the American economy: |
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The U.S. has historically used the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to support countries in need and to further its own interests abroad. Soon after taking office again, the Administration shut down the agency. This resource dives into the history of foreign aid and how it has changed over time. |
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Educator Tip: Strengthen your students' understanding of economic statecraft by running this mini simulation. |
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2. Foreign Policy and Global Governance |
When deciding its foreign policy objectives, governments must first determine how extensively their country should get involved in foreign engagements. In his second term's initial 100 days, President Trump significantly altered decades of U.S. foreign policy by withdrawing from the World Health Organization and the Paris Agreement, and by raising doubts about U.S. commitment to NATO.
Use these resources to give your students the background on U.S. foreign policy and international organizations: |
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Higher Education Tip: Watch this meeting recording for a conversation with experts on how the global health community can adapt its policies, programs, and financing. |
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In the first few months of his second term, President Donald Trump has taken steps to carry out what he has previously said will be “the largest domestic deportation operation” in U.S. history, leading to a showdown between the Administration and the United States’ legal system. These resources can help your students better understand key historic events, terms, and recent developments involved in Trump’s immigration policies:
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High School Tip: If you want to teach about migration policy but don't know where to start, check out this lesson plan. |
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