A is for Asia Society
Click on this logo to be introduced to the best resource I used in my entire Fellowship. Here you can learn all the basics of GlobalEd you could need! |
B is for Basics
Click on the picture to understand the basic definitions of Global Education. |
C is for Competencies
Click on the link to read about the four Global Competencies featured on the Home page. When building GlobalEd lessons, use these four indicators to guide you. |
D is for Discussion Boards
Click on the image to read about different discussion board tools. When looking for high quality ways for students to connect across different classrooms in written form, try these. |
E is for Expeditions
Google Expeditions was one of my favorite finds last year. You can use it just to consume fantastic virtual or augmented tours of the world and science. Or you can reach the point of creating your own tours! |
F is for Flipgrid
Click on the logo to access this video journal response tool to use with students or to connect with other classrooms asynchronously. This tool is great for any age of student. |
G is for Global Goals
The United Nations developed these goals many years ago and update them regularly to help reach their missions for a fair and equitable world. These are a good foundation from which to build your lessons. |
H is for Harkness Tables
Harkness Tables are a democratic approach to learning that values student voice and learning over teacher delivery. Use this method to problem solve and participate in discourse around global issues. |
I is for I-Spy
Click on this image to utilize global-based I Spy pictures, which are a great idea to introduce students to broader vocabulary. |
J is for Joensuu
Interested to hear music from Joensuu, Finland, and the rest of the world? Utilize this musical resource with your class through the website/app Spotify. This tech tool is good for considering alternate perspectives/cultures. |
K is for KidWorldCitizen
KidWorldCitizen is a helpful website that shares ideas to teach young kids about world cultures and our planet through travel, food, music, celebrations, service, maps, art, and projects. |
L is for Long Walk
The book A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park is a great shared reading for middle grade students to understand other perspectives. |
M is for Malala
If you do not yet know the story of modern teenager Malala Yousafzai, read about her now. She has resources available for any age student, too. |
N is for News
What news sources do you utilize for yourself and in your classroom? If they aren't very diversified globally, tack a gander at these high quality alternatives. |
O is for Oneness
If you're looking to enrich your curriculum with thought-provoking photos and videos, The Global Oneness Project is just right for you. These cross-curricular stories will increase cultural awareness. |
P is for Pinpoints
Do you know how pinpoints on maps work? Have you explored all the Google map tools available -- MyMaps, Earth, Tours, Geoguessr, and more -- are all interactive and engaging. |
Q is for Questions
If you're looking for a reliable tool to help you and your students evaluate fake news vs trusted sources, try these 10 questions for fake news detection. |
R is for Remarks
Remarks and dialogue between students sharing documents/slides/sheets is one of the best collaboration tools available. Read how to use the Comments button for students and yourself to remark to each other. |
S is for Salt to the Sea
The historical fiction novel Salt to the Sea is another powerful novel to help teach lesser known history from WWII. This book works in middle and high school and dissects the story from multiple perspectives as well. |
T is for TEDTalks
Are you looking for globalized inspiration? Use TEDTalks to motivate yourself or your students. This video will help you think differently about a common phrase, but many more are available. |
U is for Understanding
Check your own understanding using this Globally Competent Learning Continuum. Not only does it give you personal insight but also inspires you on how to grow as a global educator. |
V is for Video Chats
Click on this link to access ideas about video chats. No matter the tool you use -- Google Meet, Zoom, Facebook Video Messenger, etc. -- this is the best way to connect with other classrooms and experts worldwide! |
W is for World's Largest Lesson
This program seeks to unite students around the globe to one common goal -- taking action towards the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. All resources are free and open. |
X is for eXtra Steps
If you're ready to take a more advanced step as a globally-conscious educator, make the move to support colleagues and your district in becoming a globalized school. Become a teacher leader. |
Y is for You
What have YOU done to make your curriculum more globally competent? If you're ready to evaluate your lessons and units for global competency, start with this checklist. |
Z is for Zero
Check out these seven routines from Project Zero that target different types of thinking from across the modules. These are an easy first step to take in your room. |