Great Decisions High School: US Immigration
Great Decisions High School: Immigration: Then, Now, and What’s Next
May 15, 2025 2 min. read

Immigration: Then, Now, and What’s Next Immigration is at the heart of the American story—and a vital part of today’s most pressing debates. Great Decisions: U.S. Immigration, a free classroom resource from the Foreign Policy Association, helps students explore the complexities behind the headlines with empathy, historical context, and real-world data. This issue explores questions […]

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Great Decisions High School: AI + Education
April 10, 2025 2 min. read

As artificial intelligence reshapes education and the world beyond, high school teachers have a powerful opportunity to help students think critically about the tools they’re already using. Great Decisions: AI + Education, a free resource from the Foreign Policy Association, is designed specifically for classroom use—and it’s ready to plug into your curriculum. This issue […]

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Great Decisions High School: India and the United States
March 1, 2025 2 min. read

Bring Global Affairs to Life in Your Classroom Engage Your Students with Great Decisions High School: India & the United States The Great Decisions High School program offers an exciting, thought-provoking way to introduce students to key global issues. This edition—India & the United States—explores the growing partnership between two of the world’s most important […]

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Great Decisions Teacher Training Institute
February 7, 2025 3 min. read

The FPA is proud to announce that the annual Great Decisions Teacher Training Institute is now accepting applications from teachers across North America. If you apply today, you will have the opportunity to join a top-tier group of fellow educators for one week of intensive international affairs workshops with policymakers and experts in New York […]

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Educator’s Corner
January 28, 2025 1 min. read
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Great Decisions High School Resources
January 23, 2025 1 min. read

The Foreign Policy Association (FPA) is excited to introduce this initiative, designed to amplify student voices, accomplishments, and curiosities in global affairs. For over 100 years, FPA—a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization—has promoted awareness and informed debate on U.S. foreign policy and global issues. Recognizing teens’ eagerness to engage in critical discussions, we’ve tailored Great Decisions resources […]

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Great Decisions High School: Sustainable Food Systems
December 1, 2024 2 min. read

The way we produce, consume, and waste food plays a significant role in climate change and environmental sustainability. This edition explores how food systems contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, the impact of food waste, and solutions to reduce our environmental footprint. With one-third of all food globally wasted, the issue highlights how composting, plant-based diets, […]

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Great Decisions High School: The Rise of Populism
November 1, 2024 2 min. read

Populism has become a powerful force in global politics, influencing elections and shifting political landscapes. This edition explores what populism is, where it originated, and how it shapes democracy today. While populist leaders claim to represent the “common people” against elites, their policies often oversimplify complex issues and can lead to authoritarian tendencies. From historical […]

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Great Decisions High School: The Teen Mental Health Crisis
May 1, 2024 2 min. read

The number of teens experiencing clinical depression, anxiety, and feelings of hopelessness has risen dramatically in the past decade. This edition explores the complex causes behind the teen mental health crisis, including the impact of social media, pandemic isolation, and cultural shifts in adolescence. Experts debate whether the rise in digital interactions and less in-person […]

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Great Decisions High School: The Future of Korea
March 1, 2024 2 min. read

The Korean Peninsula remains one of the most divided and geopolitically tense regions in the world. This edition explores the contrast between North and South Korea, the history of their division, and the cultural and political forces shaping Korea’s future. South Korea has become a global economic and cultural powerhouse, known for K-pop, technology, and […]

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Great Decisions High School: Generative AI
February 1, 2024 2 min. read

Generative AI is transforming how we create, learn, and work, producing text, images, music, and even videos with just a few prompts. This edition explores the rise of generative AI, how it learns from big data, and the ethical concerns surrounding AI bias, misinformation, and job displacement. While AI offers exciting opportunities in education, creativity, […]

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Great Decisions High School: The United States and China
January 1, 2024 2 min. read

The U.S.-China relationship is one of the most important and complex geopolitical rivalries in the modern world. This edition explores the economic interdependence, political tensions, and national security concerns shaping relations between the two global superpowers. While China and the U.S. remain each other’s top trading partners, their economic ties have been strained by tariffs, […]

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