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Teaching With Global Perspective: A Guide to Creating Globally Competent Students

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In today's interconnected world, it is more important than ever for students to have a global perspective. Global competence is the ability to understand and interact with people from different cultures and backgrounds. It is a skill that is essential for success in the 21st century workplace and beyond.

Teaching with a Global Perspective: Practical Strategies from Course Design to Assessment

by Dawn Bikowski

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Teaching With Global Perspective is a comprehensive guide to help educators create globally competent students. The book provides practical strategies and resources for incorporating global perspectives into teaching and learning.

What is global competence?

Global competence is a complex and multifaceted construct. It includes knowledge, skills, and attitudes that allow individuals to interact effectively with people from different cultures and backgrounds. Global competence can be divided into three main components:

Knowledge: This includes knowledge of different cultures, histories, and perspectives. It also includes knowledge of global issues and challenges.
Skills: These include the skills needed to communicate and collaborate with people from different cultures. It also includes the skills needed to resolve conflict and build consensus.
Attitudes: These include the attitudes that are necessary for effective global citizenship. It includes attitudes such as open-mindedness, empathy, and a commitment to social justice.

Why is global competence important?

Global competence is important for a number of reasons. First, it is essential for success in the 21st century workplace. The global economy requires workers who are able to communicate and collaborate with people from different cultures and backgrounds. Second, global competence is important for promoting peace and understanding in the world. By learning about different cultures and perspectives, students can develop a greater understanding of the world and its people. This understanding can help to break down stereotypes and build bridges between people of different cultures.

How can I teach with global perspective?

There are a number of ways to incorporate global perspectives into teaching and learning. Some of the most effective strategies include:

Use global examples: When teaching about a particular topic, try to use examples from different cultures and backgrounds. This will help students to see the topic from a global perspective.
Invite guest speakers: Invite guest speakers from different cultures and backgrounds to share their experiences with students. This will help students to learn about different cultures and perspectives firsthand.
Take students on field trips: Take students on field trips to different cultural institutions, such as museums, historical sites, and cultural centers. This will help students to experience different cultures firsthand.
Use online resources: There are a number of online resources that can be used to teach with global perspective. These resources include lesson plans, videos, and simulations.