World Climate Simulation Reflections $(20$ marks total$)$

The objective of this post$-$class memo assignment is to reflect on your group$$s experience in the World Climate Simulation and to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and challenges associated with addressing global climate change. You will be asked to share your group$$s insights, key takeaways, and lessons learned from the Simulation.

With regard to grading, each bullet point below is worth $2$ marks. Your answer to each bullet point will be graded on the degree of detail and insight provided.

Your Simulation Experience $(4$ marks$)$

In this section, state the country$($ies$)$ your group represented and describe your group$$s experience during the Simulation. Include the following details:

Discuss the key decisions and negotiations your group was involved in during the simulation. What were the main challenges faced?

Highlight any moments or decisions that stood out as particularly impactful or challenging.

Key Takeaways $(8$ marks$)$

Reflect on the key takeaways from your group$$s participation in the simulation. Address the following points:

Discuss how the simulation revealed the complexity of international climate negotiations and decision$-$making.

Describe how the simulation demonstrated the trade$-$offs between economic growth and environmental sustainability.

Explain the global interconnectedness aspects that became apparent during the simulation.

Discuss how the simulation emphasized the urgency of climate action and the consequences of delaying action.

Lessons Learned and Moving Forward $(8$ marks$)$

Share the most important lessons you have learned about addressing climate change from the Simulation. Address the following:

How has your perspective on global climate issues and climate policy changed as a result of participating in the simulation?

How do you believe these lessons from the simulation can be applied to real$-$world climate change challenges and policymaking?

Reflect on the overall impact of the simulation experience on your understanding and engagement with climate change issues.

Explain how you intend to use these insights in your future academic or personal endeavors, especially concerning climate change and sustainability.