A Principal's Reflections

JULY 10, 2016

There is always a great deal of discussion about change in education in order to better prepare students for success. The stakes have become higher as changes in a globally connected world are far outpacing those in our schools. Other elements embedded in school culture cloud our vision as to what is both needed and possible.

Global Connections 420

Global Connections Leadership Cultures Tradition 420

Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

High-quality educational content is for everyone. And, everyone needs the opportunity to collaborate and communicate as part of the educational experience. Let’s add one more item to the above list: international education is for everyone. International, or global, education can take many forms.

Education 131

Education Global Connections Cultures Research 131

Digital Promise

MAY 13, 2019

HP Fellows Create Local and Global Connections. Creating Cross-Cultural Connection and Collaboration. HP Teaching Fellow Christopher Burica connected his sixth grade class with students in England to learn more about their culture. Going Beyond the Classroom with Skype. Chris says.

Museum 118

Museum Global Connections Project-Based Learning Cultures 118

Digital Promise

JUNE 6, 2019

In this third post in our series on authentic learning with virtual exchange , HP Teaching Fellow Tiffany Correa shares how students used Skype to connect to a teacher in Bangladesh. Educators must fully immerse our young leaders of tomorrow in authentic , meaningful connections. Finding Authentic Connections Across the Globe.

Global Connections 97

Global Connections Middle School Cultures Teaching 97

TCI

MARCH 1, 2024

Geography education plays a pivotal role in cultivating global awareness and critical thinking. Regions and People program is coming out with a new edition in 2024 that includes new features and elevates old favorites, such as the Mapping Labs and Global Connection activities. The much-loved Geography Alive!

Geography 59

Geography Global Connections Global Perspectives Civics 59

Geogramblings

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Within this book, I contributed a chapter on ‘Diversity and Discrimination’ through my work with Diverse Educators. The book also covers topics such as engaging parents/carers, sex education, and media literacy. Supporting those falls under education, health care and perhaps social care. Why are these important?

Human Rights 40

Human Rights Geography Controversial Topics Humanities 40