Global+Action

=Overview and aims= This disc will display innovative strategies for going beyond the surface-level “four Fs” of internationalism (flags, food, fashion, festivals) and supporting global awareness, understanding, and action across the curriculum.

=The context for international-mindedness and action =
 * What is international-mindedness? How is it different from global-mindedness?
 * Importance for the 21st century
 * Going beyond a superficial understanding of cultures and truly engage with other perspectives
 * What is the goal?

=Building awareness of global perspectives=
 * Questions to help teachers identify opportunities for infusing global perspectives into their class
 * Creating an environment that promotes global awareness
 * Dealing with complex or controversial issues
 * Assessment/reflection strategies

=Fostering global understanding and empathy=
 * Taking awareness to the next level
 * Role play
 * Highlighting differences but also shared humanity
 * Use of technology to encourage communication between different cultures
 * Assessment/reflection

=Stimulating internationally minded action and involvement=
 * Different forms and levels of "action" and the action cycle
 * Maintaining relevance to learning while doing a service activity
 * How to evaluate the skills learned during the action
 * Questions teachers can use to assess their own international-mindedness in the classroom

=Conclusion=

Content template - Global action