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Week 1
Welcome to Week 1 of our journey into global citizenship! This week, we're diving into what it means to be a global citizen and how we can make a positive impact on the world around us. Get ready to explore different cultures, learn about building strong partnerships, and discover ways to create inclusive and sustainable communities. Week 1 is all about laying the groundwork for our journey as global citizens. This week includes: Lesson 1: Understanding Global Citizenship Lesson 2: Building Bridges between Cultures for Stronger Partnerships Lesson 3: Creating Inclusive and Sustainable Societies Lesson 4: Talking About Global Issues Together Grab your curiosity and let's dive in together!
Section 1: Understanding Global Citizenship
Welcome to Lesson 1: Understanding Global Citizenship! In this lesson, we'll embark on a journey to explore the concept of global citizenship and its significance in our interconnected world. As we progress through this lesson, we'll uncover what it truly means to be a global citizen and why it's essential for all of us to embrace this role. Throughout the course, we'll delve into various topics related to global citizenship, including cultural understanding, sustainable development, and active participation in global issues. Let's start by setting the stage for our exploration of global citizenship. Are you ready? Let's dive in!
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Section 2
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Section 4: Talking About Global Issues Together
Hello, young explorers! Welcome to our adventure today where we talk about our big world and how we can help it together. Imagine our Earth as a giant home where everyone and everything is connected. Just like in our houses, sometimes things need fixing. Today, we’re going to learn about these things and how we can be Earth’s superheroes!
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Global Citizenship – A Microlearning Course
About Lesson

Global citizenship is a concept that has been discussed and defined by various sources, including academic institutions, international organizations, and advocacy groups. Here’s a compilation of definitions from multiple sources:

 

  • United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) (2015): “Global citizenship refers to a sense of belonging to a broader community and common humanity. It emphasizes political, economic, social, and environmental interdependence and interconnectedness.”

 

  • Oxfam International (n.d.): “Global citizenship is a term used to describe the social, environmental, and economic actions taken by individuals and communities who recognise that every person is a citizen of the world.”

 

  • United Nations (UN) (n.d.): “Global citizenship is the umbrella term for social, political, environmental, and economic actions of globally minded individuals and communities on a worldwide scale. The term can refer to the belief that individuals are members of multiple, diverse, local and non-local networks rather than single actors affecting isolated societies.”

 

These definitions of global citizenship share a common emphasis on recognizing a sense of belonging to a broader community, acknowledging interconnectedness, and taking collective action to address global challenges. They underscore the importance of understanding our shared humanity and the responsibilities we hold in shaping a more equitable and sustainable world.

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