Fernando M. Reimers et 8].

During the summit, each group will give a brief presentation about its chal-
lenge and possible solutions. There will be a question—and—answer session
after each presentation.

The few students who make up the decision—making body (see above) pres-
ent to the group their research on the limits of the resources in the nation.
Students get back into small groups to make a case for their policy chal—
lenge and solution and for why their challenge should be a priority. Students
should prepare to advocate strongly for their policy solution.

Back in the larger summit setting, the students make their cases for why
their challenge and policy solution should be prioritized. The decision—mak—
ing body should meet to discuss the proposals and then make a decision.
They should also prepare a rationale for their decision. They will present
their decision to the class as a final decision.

To debrief the summit, ask the students for their reflections on this project.
Ask them the following questions: What were some of the challenges and
opportunities? How did it feel to wait for a decision after making so many
preparations? How did it feel to have the decision rest on the shoulders of
the decision making body? What did you learn from this experience?

Resources 8.8

0 A list of links to sources on US and international demographic data
(http: //www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/rts/magert/publicationsab/demdata.
cfm)

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