Statecraft
SimulationS
For High Schools
Great for both online and in-person class formats!
Leverage technology to demonstrate course concepts, achieve an engaged classroom, and save time using the most innovative and effective digital political science teaching tools in the world. With Statecraft Simulations your class is transformed into an immersive, unforgettable learning experience!
Read what other instructors say about Statecraft in our Case Studies:
Statecraft is The Best Tool I’ve Ever Used in a Classroom
The game is going to take its own turn depending on the students. It can go in any direction. By being flexible and able to teach different lessons as the game develops I can get the real benefits and capitalize on teachable moments.
Statecraft “Makes Learning Sticky” & Adds Fun in Online Classes
Getting kids engaged in ideas is important. I don’t want kids to be passive receptacles of knowledge that they sit back in a test and two or three weeks later they promptly forget and never use [the information] again. Statecraft helps make learning sticky. I’ll use it again.
Worth It: Sim Creates Emotional Connections to Course Material
I could see students enjoyed the simulation and they did engage with their peers. Many of them have told me, “Now we understand how hard it is to achieve cooperation in foreign policy and international relations.”
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Years in Business
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High Schools
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Universities
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Simulations
100,000+
Students
Effective teaching tools used worldwide built by simulation fanatics
At Statecraft, we’re passionate about making learning fun. We’ve been immersing students in the art of government and diplomacy for the past 11 years and have helped instructors facilitate unforgettable classes for thousands of students all over the world!
THE RIGHT SIMULATION FOR YOUR COURSE
U.S. Government Classes
American Government
U.S. Government
Public Administration and Policy
U.S. Foreign Policy
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In the Statecraft U.S. Government Simulation students take on key roles including members of Congress, executive branch officials, and members of the media and interest groups. As they collaborate and compete to achieve their goals they’ll experience the drama of U.S. politics firsthand. Every student has the potential to dramatically impact the outcome of the simulation, which culminates after five weeks in a final election where students see their decisions manifest in final results.
As students attempt to navigate their role, their goals and the U.S. political system they’ll get sucked into the excitement of the simulation. Questions will arise along the way that become prime teachable moments and they must apply course concepts to successfully achieve their strategies. Engagement creates an active learning situation where they experience U.S. government in a personal, unforgettable way. Plus, students gain competence in valuable career skills like leadership, strategic thinking, negotiation and communication tactics that help them thrive in the “real” world!
With over 100 possible outcomes every class is a completely unique and exciting new experience! Curious to learn more? Book a demo here >>
Statecraft U.S. Gov Simulation Basics:
- Class size: 5 to 1000+ students; large classes are easily accommodated by running multiple simulations
- Format: Great for both online and in-person class formats
- Sim Duration: Five to six weeks launching in the second half of the semester
- Cost: $24.75 per student, paid by students when they enroll (just like a textbook)
Statecraft U.S. Government Lite is a mini-version of the full simulation experience that is great for teachers who prefer a halved runtime of two to three weeks. Your students take on key roles including members of Congress, executive branch officials, and members of the media and interest groups. As they collaborate and compete to achieve their goals they’ll experience the drama of U.S. politics firsthand. Every student has the potential to dramatically impact the outcome of the simulation, which culminates after five weeks in a final election where students see their decisions manifest in final results.
Statecraft IR Lite Simulation Basics:
- Class size: 5 to 1000+ students; large classes are easily accommodated by running multiple Sims
- Format: Great for both online and in-person class formats
- Sim Duration: Two to three weeks, launching in the second half of the semester
- Cost: $17.75 per student, paid by students when they enroll (just like a textbook)
How is it different from the "Full" Statecraft U.S Gov Simulation? Quick List:
- Halved runtime
- Reduced number of simulation-triggered events, which means a smaller subset of course concepts covered
- Roles are pre-configured to launch into gameplay immediately
- Simplified bills and decision-making processes
Despite being “Lite” we continue to get glowing feedback from both teachers and students for this product. If you’re curious to try a Statecraft Simulation as a first-time user, Statecraft U.S. Government Lite is a fantastic introductory product! You can book a demo now or keep reading to here:
International Classes
Geography
World History
European History
Comparative Politics
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Statecraft International Relations (IR) is our flagship Simulation: an immersive, addictive experience where students become world leaders. They’re grouped into countries in a virtual world where they must collaborate and compete to achieve goals for their own country and for the world. Meanwhile the simulation shows them just how difficult world leadership can be: they must balance domestic and international constraints and respond to emerging crises while keeping their ultimate goals in mind. At the conclusion of the simulation they’ve had an opportunity to experience the drama and challenges of world leadership first-hand, leaving them with a deep personal understanding of IR course concepts.
Both instructors and students rave about this product as a fun and engaging way to actually experience IR course material. That’s why it’s the most innovative, effective IR teaching tool in the world: used in 15 countries at more than 300 universities. Experience it for yourself! Book a demo here >>
Statecraft IR Simulation Basics:
- Class size: 5 to 1,000+ students; classes over 84 students will have multiple worlds
- Format: Great for both online and in-person class formats
- Sim Duration: 7 to 10 weeks, recommended launch 3rd week of the semester
- Cost: $35 per student, paid by students when they enroll (just like a textbook)
Statecraft International Relations (IR) Lite is a mini-version of the full simulation experience that is great for teachers who prefer a halved runtime of only four weeks. Your students will become world leaders grouped into countries in an addictive virtual world where they must collaborate and compete to achieve goals for their individual country and for the world. Meanwhile the simulation shows them just how difficult world leadership can be: they must balance domestic and international constraints and respond to emerging crises while keeping their ultimate goals in mind.. At the conclusion of the simulation they’ve had an opportunity to experience the drama and challenges of world leadership first-hand, giving them a deep personal understanding of IR course concepts.
Statecraft IR Lite Simulation Basics:
- Class size: 5 to 1,000+ students; classes over 84 students will have multiple worlds
- Format: Great for both online and in-person class formats
- Sim Duration: 4 weeks launch whenever you want!
- Cost: $24.75 per student, paid by students when they enroll (just like a textbook)
How is it different from the "Full" Statecraft IR Simulation? Quick List:
- Halved runtime
- Reduced number of simulation-triggered events, which reduces the number of course concepts covered
- Countries are pre-configured to launch into gameplay immediately
- Student military abilities and overall game complexity are significantly reduced
Despite being “Lite” we continue to get glowing feedback from both teachers and students for this product. If you’re curious to try a Statecraft Simulation as a first-time user, Statecraft IR Lite is a fantastic introductory product! You can book a demo now or keep reading to here:
Model United Nations
Model United Nations Classes
Model United Nations Projects
After-school Model United Nations Clubs
Model United Nations Conferences
The Statecraft MUN Digital Assistant is your ultimate MUN program companion! It automates two four-week MUN run-throughs for your class, saving you massive amounts of time by fulfilling all your admin needs. The platform automates the process to move students from position paper to working paper to drafts to full resolutions week by week. It prompts students at every step in the process, plus collects and counts all of the votes. Students receive thorough guides for research, paper writing, coalition building, debating and speaking. There are convenient organization systems built into the platform so it’s easy to find all documentation and collaboration tools facilitate student teamwork.
Free yourself of admin headache so you’re able to focus on what’s truly important: personal coaching, training and mentorship for your future model citizens! Sign up for your MUN Digital Assistant Now >>
Statecraft MUN Digital Assistant Basics:
- Class size: Unlimited! Works for any class size
- Format: Great for both online and in-person class formats
- Sim Duration: Two 4-week run-throughs = 8 weeks of MUN practice
- Cost: $17.75 per student, paid by students when they enroll (just like a textbook)
Add to your current class
- Use lecture outlines, test banks, and assignments in the instructor dashboard
- Implement in classes of all sizes
- Use in both online class formats and in-person classrooms
Statecraft Support
- 7 Days/Week Support for Instructors and Students
- Classroom implementation review, suggestions, and support
- Video Conferencing for student sim tutorials
Not every instructor uses support.
Plenty of instructors feel confident in using the simulation their first time. We’re here to help out when you need us!
"I WISH I KNEW THAT STATECRAFT STAFF EXISTED"
Knowing there is someone out there to support me is encouraging - especially to teachers like me that don't necessarily enjoy games, but see the benefit in terms of curriculum. I like that comfort of knowing there is someone to reach out to.
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Satisfaction
- Teachers recommend the simulations 9.5/10
- Students on average recommend the simulations 8.6/10
- Instructors and Students rank the Statecraft Support
Classes Ready for Statecraft
- Technology already present in the classes where students use computers.
- Instructors who believe that students need engagement through challenge, communication, and collaboration
- Students who want to build exciting relationships with their classmates and the curriculum
Favorite online features
- Zoom integration: easy conference booking, plus you get all the cool zoom features like raised hands and breakout rooms for simultaneous student group meetings
- Offline chats and group chat features
- Advanced email prompts: detect when students take action and sends them play tips
- "Glowing" notifications: important sim messages glow to catch student attention
- Instructor tracking tools: like action summaries and student participation view
Real World Application
Students experience global politics on a personal level so they understand and absorb your course material much better. They have more than enough resources and opportunities during the game play to make mistakes, learn from them and ultimately succeed in the simulation and class. This gives them a chance to learn important life lessons in a low-stakes environment and later apply their experience to truly important situations like the workplace.
- More engagement inside and outside of class
- Students develop career skills like leadership that make them more employable
- Simulations are used in college classes and corporate training
"INSTRUCTORS ENJOY STATECRAFT AS MUCH AS THEIR STUDENTS"
Statecraft is an engaging International Relations simulation that allows students to acquire personal experiences, which I have found helps them better relate to and understand complex concepts, such as nuclear deterrence, balancing power, and fostering cooperation though organizations. The number one complaint I hear from other professors about simulations, is the amount of work required on their part. Not Statecraft! This is a self-contained simulation that instructors enjoy as much as their students.
"AN IMPORTANT PART OF MY CLASSROOM TOOLKIT"
I have used Statecraft for over 3 years now and have been amazed at the way it elevates engagement in the classroom. The competitive element raises new and challenging concepts for my students. Media reports, readings or lecture may occasionally bring life to international politics. This tool allows me to ride the wave of their enthusiasm when they have a ready reference point for IR concepts and dynamics. I will continue to use Statecraft as an important part of my classroom toolkit.
"STATECRAFT CAN ENGAGE STUDENTS IN A WAY LECTURE DOESN'T"
When you think about the different levels of learning, when a student can apply their knowledge or when a student is experiencing an activity which then the textbook learning helps illustrate that really reinforces what they’re learning. Statecraft can engage students in a way lecture doesn’t. I recall having some pretty good feedback overall from the students in the class I used it in so I’d like to continue using it as much as I can.
Statecraft Project LeaderMaker
As a company, we are passionate about student success! Our mission is to engage students in social science topics in a way that ignites their curiosity, excitement for learning, and social skills regardless of their learning styles or socio-economic disadvantages. In the spirit of this mission, we founded the Statecraft Project LeaderMaker, which donates simulation accounts to low-income high schools. Contact Joe at [email protected] to learn more about the program.
How it works:
- Colleges use Statecraft Simulations in social science classes
- Statecraft donates simulation accounts to low income high schools
- At-risk students are reengaged in school and gain employability skills
- More students graduate high school with leadership and employment skills
4.85
out of 5 stars
Instructors rated Statecraft Customer Service 4.85 of 5 stars in the Spring 2022 User Satisfaction Survey
Excellent Customer Support
- We're here from set-up to implementation with assistance along the way when you need us
- Students and Instructors ask for both technological and strategic support
- We're 7-days a week from 7am to 11pm EST and try to answer fast. No matter what, we always get back to you within 24 hours