GEP closely monitors the educational requirements and methodology necessary to insure a quality and rewarding experience for students. All GEP programs, simulations and educational modules are based on proven role-playing and simulation techniques.  A simulation is an unrehearsed dramatization in which the participating students are presented with a problem, assigned the task of trying to resolve the problem with in the context of the body being simulated.  Simulation and roleplaying  rely on a learning-by-doing philosophy, where students become active participants, absorbing the subject material and developing an awareness of the process by participating in the process.  The educational goals  and the skills reinforced by a simulation - role playing pedagogy include.
 

• Globalization, or the awareness of different Countries and Cultures

• Focus on Global Issues and current events

• Group work, cooperative and collaborative action to address common problems

• Interdependence of the Global Community

• Legislative process and parliamentary procedure, or "how a bill becomes law"

• Discussion, debate, and interpersonal communication

• Writing, reports, resolution, and/or letters

• Research, including the Internet

• The distinction between self-interest and the common good

• Critical thinking and problem solving