This OPEC lesson explores oil and OPEC, globalization, and the impact of global oil supply on energy prices. Students examine how reserves in the Persian Gulf region, fracking in the United States, and OPEC decisions affect the global price of oil. Use it as an OPEC activity, OPEC investigation, or OPEC and the Middle East lesson that connects energy, drilling, fracking, and globalization. The guided 6-E format is easy for you to use, and everything you need is included! Explore the Middle East