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Cultivating Global Citizenship in Schools
Rating: 4.7 out of 5(8 ratings)
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Cultivating Global Citizenship in Schools

Towards Excellence
Created byDr. Dheeraj Mehrotra
Last updated 5/2024
English
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What you'll learn

  • Introduction to Global Citizenship Education:
  • Promoting Cultural Awareness and Understanding:
  • Fostering Social Justice and Equity:
  • Nurturing Environmental Sustainability:

Course content

1 section • 10 lectures • 39m total length

  • Introduction to Global Citizenship Education:3:26

    Explore the concept, origins, and importance of global citizenship education in an interconnected world, and examine its four pillars: cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral, through practice, challenges, and opportunities.

  • Promoting Cultural Awareness and Understanding:4:10

    Explore cultural diversity and understanding through languages, music, food, and traditions that bridge cultures. Embrace global citizenship by stepping beyond your cultural comfort zone and engaging with new cuisines.

  • Fostering Social Justice and Equity:4:00

    Explore how social justice and equity differ from equality through Harmony Ville and Equitone, where community voices, rights, and fair wages shape outcomes.

  • Nurturing Environmental Sustainability:3:48

    Discover how Costa Rica restored forests, Copenhagen powers carbon neutrality with wind, Australia expands solar energy, and Sikkim embraces organic farming, while individuals take small sustainable actions.

  • Building Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills:3:38

    Cultivate critical thinking as a detective who probes why and how, and practice problem solving to turn information into effective solutions.

  • Engaging in Global Collaborations and Partnerships:3:24

    Global collaborations and partnerships drive access to new markets, innovative technologies, and cost savings. They require aligned cultures and strong leadership to navigate differences and power dynamics.

  • Incorporating Global Citizenship Across the Curriculum:4:28

    Inspire students to become global citizens by weaving empathy and interconnectedness across geography, literature, math, and history through real world connections.

  • Assessing Global Citizenship Competencies:4:30

    Explore the competencies of global citizenship, including critical thinking, empathy, adaptability, and social responsibility, developed through classroom, campus, and workplace contexts for action.

  • Empowering Student Leadership and Action:3:22

    Cultivating global citizenship through student leadership that inspires action and change, as shown by Malala Yousafzai's advocacy for girls' education.

  • Creating a Culture of Global Citizenship in Schools:4:23

    Greenfield High models cultivating global citizenship through cultural exchange with diverse partners and global issues infused into the curriculum. Empower students to think globally and act locally.

Requirements

  • A priority and an initiative towards learning and teaching.

Description

Welcome to "Cultivating Global Citizenship in Schools," where you will embark on a journey to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to become responsible global citizens. In this comprehensive course, you will learn practical strategies and innovative approaches to integrate global citizenship education into your school curriculum. From fostering cultural awareness and understanding to promoting social justice and environmental sustainability, this course will equip you with the tools and resources needed to inspire students to become agents of positive change in an interconnected world.

Course Curriculum:

  1. Introduction to Global Citizenship Education:

    • Understanding the concept of global citizenship

    • Importance of global citizenship education in schools

  2. Promoting Cultural Awareness and Understanding:

    • Exploring cultural diversity and identity

    • Strategies for promoting empathy and respect for cultural differences

  3. Fostering Social Justice and Equity:

    • Addressing issues of inequality and injustice

    • Empowering students to advocate for social change

  4. Nurturing Environmental Sustainability:

    • Raising awareness about environmental issues

    • Implementing sustainable practices in schools and communities

  5. Building Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills:

    • Encouraging inquiry-based learning and critical reflection

    • Developing students' ability to analyze global issues and propose solutions

  6. Engaging in Global Collaborations and Partnerships:

    • Leveraging technology to connect with peers around the world

    • Collaborating on global projects and initiatives

  7. Incorporating Global Citizenship Across the Curriculum:

    • Integrating global perspectives into various subject areas

    • Designing interdisciplinary projects and activities

  8. Assessing Global Citizenship Competencies:

    • Evaluating student learning and progress in global citizenship education

    • Using authentic assessment methods to measure impact

  9. Empowering Student Leadership and Action:

    • Encouraging student-led initiatives and projects

    • Supporting youth activism and community engagement

  10. Creating a Culture of Global Citizenship in Schools:

    • Establishing inclusive and supportive learning environments

    • Engaging parents, stakeholders, and the wider community

Enroll in this course today and embark on a transformative journey to cultivate global citizenship in your school community!

Course Duration: Self-paced learning Language: English

Who this course is for:

  • Heads of Schools/ Educators/ Teachers/ Parents

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