My students had some fun with a new activity today. One student took on the role of shogun with the task of deciding whether or not Tokugawa Japan should open up to foreign trade or pursue a course of isolationism. The other students worked in groups to take on roles and present elevator pitches supporting or opposing Japan's engagement in foreign trade.
Here are the role cards I provided to students.
If you try it out, let me know how it goes!
