Description
How can we prepare students for a world that is more connected, and more complex than ever before? What does it look like to go beyond the textbook and give learners a true window into global perspectives? Today's students aren't just future citizens of their hometowns—they're citizens of the world. Research shows that global awareness increases empathy, strengthens problem-solving skills, and equips students for careers that demand collaboration across cultures. In fact, education frameworks like UNESCO Global Competence and ISTE Global Collaborator define global thinking as a core 21st-century skill alongside literacy and digital fluency. In this hands-on workshop
Objectives
Recall key definitions of global competence and global collaboration standards. Explain the connection between global awareness and social-emotional learning. Integrate at least one global perspective strategy into an existing lesson plan. Compare different instructional materials to determine which best supports global thinking. Assess classroom activities for cultural inclusivity and perspective diversity. Design a mini activity or discussion prompt that encourages students to consider multiple worldviews.
